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Jejunal intussusception caused by an inflammatory fibroid polyp
Serdar Topaloglu1, Hakan Ozel, Oral Saygun
1First Department of Surgery, Ankara Numune Research and Training Hospital, Ankara, Turkey.
Hepato-Gastroenterology
|July 13, 2004
Summary
This report details a rare case of jejunal intussusception caused by an inflammatory fibroid polyp (IFP). This condition, though uncommon, warrants careful consideration in clinical practice.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Surgical Pathology
Background:
- Intussusception is a rare condition in adults, often associated with a lead point.
- Inflammatory fibroid polyps (IFPs) are uncommon benign mesenchymal tumors that can occur throughout the gastrointestinal tract.
Observation:
- A 56-year-old male presented with jejunal intussusception.
- The intussusception was found to be caused by an inflammatory fibroid polyp.
Findings:
- This case represents the twelfth reported instance of jejunojejunal intussusception attributed to an IFP in the medical literature.
- Review of existing literature provides diverse perspectives on this rare entity.
Implications:
- Highlights the importance of considering IFPs as a potential lead point for intussusception in adults.
- Contributes to the understanding and management of rare gastrointestinal pathologies.