Cap Polyposis Presenting with Large Bowel Obstruction Mimicking Advanced Colorectal Cancer: A Case Report
Year: 2026
Type: article
Study design: Case Report
Abstract: INTRODUCTION: Cap polyposis is a rare, benign inflammatory colorectal disease that usually presents with diarrhea, mucous stool, or abdominal discomfort. Presentation with large bowel obstruction requiring surgical intervention is extremely uncommon. CASE PRESENTATION: infection and underwent successful eradication therapy after surgery and remained recurrence-free during 18 months of follow-up. CONCLUSIONS: Cap polyposis presenting with bowel obstruction is extremely rare and may mimic advanced colorectal cancer. Surgical intervention can be clinically justified in cases where malignancy cannot be excluded preoperatively.
Source: Surgical Case Reports
Language: English
Topic: Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Subfield: Gastroenterology
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: gold
Estimated APC paid: $1,535
OpenAlex ID: W7202316792