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[Fibrosing mesenteritis--a surgical problem]
Abstract:
The authors describe three cases of rare fibrotizing mesenteritis in adult patients. In two the aetiological agent was not detected, in the third one it was obviously talcum powder. The disease was manifested as acute abdomen or was detected accidentally. Compression of the visceral vessels caused the development of ischaemic foci with intestinal fistulae. Surgical treatment failed.
Insights
This study presents three adult cases of rare fibrotizing mesenteritis. Talcum powder was identified as a cause in one case, leading to complications like intestinal fistulae, with surgical treatment proving ineffective.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Pathology
- Surgical Case Reports
Background:
- Fibrotizing mesenteritis is a rare condition affecting the mesentery.
- It can present with acute abdominal symptoms or be found incidentally.
- Vascular compression can lead to serious complications.