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Solitary Rectal Ulcer Syndrome, a Pediatric Problem: Case Report
Tariq O Abbas1, Adel Ismail1, Hatim Abdulrahman2
1Department of Pediatric Surgery, Hamad Medical Corporation, Doha, Qatar.
Oman Medical Journal
|August 29, 2017
Summary
Solitary rectal ulcer syndrome, a condition typically seen in adults, can also affect children. Surgical intervention for pediatric cases of solitary rectal ulcer syndrome led to asymptomatic outcomes in our study.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Pediatric Surgery
Background:
- Solitary rectal ulcer syndrome (SRUS) is a recognized condition in adults, yet its occurrence in pediatric populations is considered infrequent.
- The underlying causes and precise mechanisms of SRUS remain incompletely elucidated.
- Rectal bleeding is the primary clinical manifestation, posing diagnostic and therapeutic challenges, especially in children.
Observation:
- This report details two pediatric cases of solitary rectal ulcer syndrome.
- Both patients underwent surgical treatment for the condition.
- Post-operative follow-up indicated that the patients remained asymptomatic.
Findings:
- Surgical management can be an effective treatment for solitary rectal ulcer syndrome in children.
- The presented cases demonstrate successful surgical outcomes in pediatric SRUS patients.
Implications:
- Increased clinical awareness of solitary rectal ulcer syndrome in children is crucial.
- Prompt diagnosis and appropriate management, potentially including surgical options, can prevent delayed treatment and improve patient outcomes.
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