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Intraperitoneal leech: A rare complication of leech bite.

Manoj Saha1, Sedengulie Nagi

  • 1Department of Paediatric Surgery, Guwahati Medical College, Guwahati, Assam, India.

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A rare case of an intraperitoneal leech in a 2-year-old girl is reported. The leech entered through the vagina and uterus, causing severe internal bleeding and shock.

Keywords:
Intraperitoneal leechleech bitevaginal leech bite

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Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Surgery
  • Parasitology
  • Gastroenterology

Background:

  • Intraperitoneal foreign bodies are uncommon in pediatric patients.
  • Vaginal and uterine foreign body migration into the peritoneal cavity is exceptionally rare.
  • Leech infestations typically occur externally or in the gastrointestinal tract.

Observation:

  • A 2-year-old girl presented with acute signs of intraperitoneal hemorrhage and shock.
  • Imaging and subsequent surgery revealed a leech within the peritoneal cavity.
  • The leech was found to have entered via the vaginal and uterine routes.

Findings:

  • This is the first reported case of an intraperitoneal leech in a child.
  • The leech's presence led to significant intra-abdominal bleeding and hemodynamic instability.
  • Successful surgical removal of the leech was performed.

Implications:

  • Highlights the importance of considering unusual etiologies for pediatric abdominal emergencies.
  • Underscores the potential for parasites to migrate through unusual routes.
  • Emphasizes the need for thorough diagnostic evaluation in cases of unexplained hemorrhage in children.