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Giant ascending colonic diverticulum presenting with intussusception.

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Giant colonic diverticulum (GCD) is a rare condition defined as a diverticulum over 4 cm. This case highlights an unusual ascending GCD presentation with intussusception in a young adult, emphasizing surgical treatment.

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Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Colorectal Surgery

Background:

  • Diverticular disease of the colon is increasingly common.
  • Giant colonic diverticulum (GCD) is a rare entity (>4 cm), typically arising from the sigmoid colon.
  • A ball-valve mechanism is a potential cause for progressive GCD enlargement.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To report a rare case of ascending giant colonic diverticulum (GCD).
  • To describe the presentation of GCD with intussusception in a young adult.
  • To discuss diagnostic modalities and definitive treatment for GCD.

Main Methods:

  • Initial diagnosis aided by plain abdominal X-ray.
  • Confirmation of diagnosis using barium enema and abdominal computed tomography.
  • Surgical intervention as the definitive treatment approach.

Main Results:

  • A case of ascending GCD presenting with intussusception in a young adult is described.
  • Diagnostic imaging confirmed the presence and location of the GCD.
  • Successful surgical management was performed.

Conclusions:

  • Giant colonic diverticulum is a rare condition requiring prompt diagnosis and management.
  • Ascending GCD with intussusception is an unusual presentation, particularly in younger individuals.
  • Surgical intervention remains the gold standard for treating GCD.