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Colonic duplication in an adult
1Department of Radiology, Hospital Vall d'Hebron, University Autonoma, Barcelona, Spain.
European Journal of Radiology
|August 1, 1988
Summary
This case report details a rare adult colonic duplication diagnosed via barium enema. The anomaly presented as a long duplicated segment below the transverse colon with hepatic flexure anastomosis.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Radiology
- Surgical Anatomy
Background:
- Colonic duplications are rare congenital anomalies.
- They typically present in childhood, often with associated malformations.
- Diagnosis in adulthood without other anomalies is exceptionally uncommon.
Observation:
- A case of colonic duplication in an adult patient is presented.
- Radiological diagnosis was achieved using barium enema.
- The duplication involved a long segment inferior to the transverse colon.
Findings:
- A wide anastomosis was noted at the hepatic flexure level.
- The colonic duplication was unassociated with other congenital malformations.
- This highlights a rare presentation of a rare anomaly.
Implications:
- This case underscores the importance of considering rare congenital anomalies in adult diagnostics.
- Radiological imaging, such as barium enema, remains crucial for identifying complex gastrointestinal malformations.
- Understanding such isolated anomalies aids in surgical planning and patient management.