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Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Colorectal Surgery
  • Pathology

Background:

  • Obstructive colitis presents as ulceroinflammatory lesions proximal to a colonic obstruction.
  • It is a distinct entity from ulcerative colitis with neoplasm, which involves both proximal and distal colonic segments.
  • Despite being documented for decades, it remains an uncommon and challenging diagnosis.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To report cases of obstructive colitis secondary to colorectal carcinoma.
  • To review the literature on obstructive colitis.
  • To aid in the recognition and management of this rare condition.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective review of seven patients with obstructing colorectal carcinoma and obstructive colitis at Yonsei University Medical Center (January 1996 - December 2006).
  • Literature review of obstructive colitis.

Main Results:

  • Seven cases of obstructive colitis complicating obstructing colorectal carcinoma were identified over an 11-year period.
  • The study highlights the rarity and specific characteristics of this condition.

Conclusions:

  • Obstructive colitis is a rare but significant complication of obstructing colorectal carcinoma.
  • Enhanced awareness and understanding are crucial for accurate diagnosis and effective management.