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Duodenal obstruction by abdominal aortic aneurysms.
D D Coster1, D H Stubbs, D T Sidney
1Department of Surgical Education, Iowa Methodist Medical Center, Des Moines.
The American Journal of Gastroenterology
|September 1, 1988
Summary
A rare case of duodenal obstruction caused by an abdominal aortic aneurysm is presented. This condition, where a fibrous band attaches the duodenum to the aneurysm, requires surgical repair.
Area of Science:
- Vascular Surgery
- Gastroenterology
Background:
- Abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAAs) are typically asymptomatic until rupture.
- Duodenal obstruction is an uncommon complication of AAAs.
Observation:
- A patient presented with duodenal obstruction due to adherence to an abdominal aortic aneurysm.
- A tough, fibrous band was identified, connecting the duodenum to the aneurysm's lateral wall.
Findings:
- This case highlights a rare anatomical relationship between AAAs and the duodenum.
- A proposed mechanism for this adhesion and a literature review are provided.
Implications:
- Early recognition of this rare presentation is crucial for timely intervention.
- Surgical management involves aneurysm resection and aortic graft replacement.