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[Linitis plastica extending through the entire digestive tract. A case report].
E Letessier1, O Bouchot, F Buzelin
1Chirurgie Générale et Digestive, Hôpital G. & R. Laennec, Dijon.
Journal De Chirurgie
|March 1, 1988
Summary
Linitis plastica, a rare diffuse gastrointestinal tract cancer, can spread beyond the stomach to the small and large bowels. Early detection requires thorough examination, including proctoscopy and barium enema, for better patient outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Oncology
- Pathology
Background:
- Linitis plastica is a rare form of diffuse gastric adenocarcinoma.
- While the stomach is the typical primary site, extensive gastrointestinal involvement is uncommon.
Observation:
- A 43-year-old male presented with diffuse linitis plastica affecting the entire gastrointestinal tract.
- The autopsy revealed widespread disease, highlighting a challenging diagnostic case.
Findings:
- Gastrointestinal tract linitis plastica rarely involves the large and small bowel.
- This case underscores the importance of considering extensive disease beyond the stomach.
Implications:
- Diagnostic protocols for linitis plastica should include examination of the entire gastrointestinal tract.
- Proctoscopic examination and barium enema are crucial for identifying bowel involvement.
- Understanding the pathogeny of diffuse linitis plastica is vital for improving diagnostic accuracy and patient management.