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Segmental agenesis of intestinal muscularis: a case report
A Alawadhi1, S Chou, B Carpenter
1Department of Surgery, University of Ottawa, Ontario, Canada.
Journal of Pediatric Surgery
|October 1, 1989
Insights
This case study presents a rare condition in an infant girl: segmental agenesis of intestinal muscularis. The review of global literature and histopathology aids understanding of this congenital intestinal defect.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Pediatric Surgery
- Developmental Biology
Background:
- Segmental agenesis of intestinal muscularis is a rare congenital anomaly affecting the gastrointestinal tract.
- Understanding its pathogenesis is crucial for diagnosis and management in infants.
Observation:
- Presents a unique case of an infant girl diagnosed with segmental agenesis of intestinal muscularis.
- Reviews eight previously reported cases from world literature, providing a broader clinical context.
Findings:
- Detailed histopathological analysis of the affected intestinal segment.
- Comparison of findings across reported cases to identify common features and variations.
Implications:
- Contributes to the limited body of knowledge on intestinal muscularis agenesis.
- Informs diagnostic approaches and potential therapeutic strategies for this rare condition.
Abstract:
A case of an infant girl with segmental agenesis of intestinal muscularis is presented. The eight other cases from world literature and the histopathology are reviewed. Different theories regarding the pathogenesis are discussed.