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Area of Science:

  • Oncology
  • Gastroenterology
  • Obstetrics & Gynecology

Background:

  • Colorectal cancer (CRC) is infrequently diagnosed during pregnancy.
  • Overlapping symptoms between CRC and normal pregnancy necessitate clinical vigilance.
  • Screening for colorectal cancer should be considered for high-risk pregnant individuals.

Observation:

  • Three women in their 30s experienced rectal passage or prolapse of adenomatous tissue during the second stage of labor.
  • These cases occurred during vaginal delivery in the second stage of labor.
  • Further diagnostic evaluations were performed on the tissue passed or prolapsed.

Findings:

  • Each of the three cases resulted in a diagnosis of either premalignant lesions or colorectal cancer.
  • Colorectal cancer can manifest in young, childbearing-aged women.
  • Genetic predisposition may increase the risk of CRC in this demographic.

Implications:

  • Colorectal cancer presentation during pregnancy can include tissue prolapse during vaginal delivery.
  • Prompt referral and appropriate colorectal cancer screening are vital for at-risk individuals.
  • Family history and specific physical findings warrant increased suspicion for CRC in pregnant women.