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[Mesenteric carcinoid tumor presenting as an intra-abdominal abscess]
J P Fauchart1, J M Favriel, R Fallouh
1Service d'Hépatogastroentérologie, Hôpital Manchester, Charleville-Mezières.
Annales De Gastroenterologie Et D'Hepatologie
|October 1, 1991
Summary
This case study details a rare primitive carcinoid tumor in the mesentery that mimicked an abdominal abscess. Understanding its presentation is key for accurate diagnosis and treatment.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Surgical Pathology
Context:
- Primitive carcinoid tumors are rare neuroendocrine neoplasms.
- Mesenteric carcinoid tumors are exceptionally uncommon, often presenting with non-specific symptoms.
Purpose:
- To report a unique case of mesenteric primitive carcinoid tumor.
- To discuss the clinical presentation and physiopathological mechanisms of this rare entity.
Summary:
- A case of a primitive carcinoid tumor originating in the mesentery is presented.
- The tumor manifested clinically as an abdominal abscess, highlighting diagnostic challenges.
- Clinical findings and underlying physiopathological mechanisms are thoroughly discussed.
Impact:
- Enhances understanding of rare tumor presentations in surgical pathology.
- Improves diagnostic acumen for clinicians encountering abdominal abscesses of unclear etiology.
- Contributes to the literature on mesenteric neuroendocrine tumors.