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Sclerosing mesenteritis: A case of acute abdomen and intestinal obstruction

Chimezie Innocent Madubogwu, Chukwudi Onyeaghana Okani

    Nigerian Journal of Medicine : Journal of the National Association of Resident Doctors of Nigeria
    |July 3, 2018
    PubMed

    Insights

    Sclerosing mesenteritis (SM), a rare inflammatory condition, can cause acute abdomen and intestinal obstruction. This case highlights the importance of considering SM in patients with these symptoms, especially in South-East Nigeria.

    Area of Science:

    • Gastroenterology
    • Surgical Pathology

    Background:

    • Sclerosing mesenteritis (SM) is a rare idiopathic disorder involving chronic inflammation of the bowel mesentery's adipose tissue.
    • It can present asymptomatically or with symptoms like abdominal pain, a palpable mass, small bowel obstruction, or acute abdomen.

    Observation:

    • A 27-year-old male presented with acute abdomen and intestinal obstruction at Chukwuemeka Odimegwu Ojukwu University Teaching Hospital (COOUTH), Anambra State, Nigeria.
    • Surgical resection was performed, and histological examination confirmed sclerosing mesenteritis.

    Findings:

    • This case represents the first reported instance of sclerosing mesenteritis in South-East Nigeria.
    • The patient's presentation with acute abdomen and intestinal obstruction was consistent with known SM manifestations.

    Implications:

    • This report underscores the need for increased physician awareness of sclerosing mesenteritis, particularly among surgeons.
    • A high index of suspicion for SM is crucial in diagnosing and managing cases of intestinal obstruction, especially in underreported regions.

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