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Intussusception during enteral nutrition: a case report.

T Noake1, S Yoshida, H Fujita

  • 1Department of Surgery, Kurume University School of Medicine, 67 Asahi-machi, Kurume 830-0011, Japan. t-noake@mvc.biglobe.ne.jp

The Kurume Medical Journal
|October 30, 2001
PubMed
Summary

Intussusception, a rare condition, can occur during enteral nutrition after esophagectomy. Early diagnosis and surgical intervention are crucial for managing this complication in patients receiving tube feeding.

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Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Surgical Oncology
  • Medical Devices

Background:

  • Esophagectomy is a complex surgery often requiring post-operative nutritional support via enteral feeding tubes.
  • Maintaining adequate nutrition is critical for recovery after major esophageal surgery.

Observation:

  • A 60-year-old male developed intussusception during jejunal tube feeding after esophagectomy and esophagogastrostomy.
  • Symptoms included abdominal pain and increased drainage, with initial imaging showing no abnormalities.

Findings:

  • Laparotomy confirmed descending intussusception at the feeding tube's jejunal location.
  • Surgical intervention was successful without requiring enterectomy.

Implications:

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  • This case highlights intussusception as a rare but serious complication of enteral nutrition post-esophagectomy.
  • Prompt diagnostic workup including CT, ultrasound, and contrast radiography is essential for timely management.
  • Careful consideration of feeding tube placement and potential complications is necessary in post-esophagectomy patients.