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A Mouse Model of Intestinal Partial Obstruction
Published on: March 5, 2018
Inflammatory Myofibroblastic Tumor Presenting as a Partial Bowel Obstruction: A Case Report
Kolton Kaspar1, Anthony Jackson1, Christina M Hunt1
1Department of Research, Alabama College of Osteopathic Medicine, Dothan, USA.
Adult intussusception is rare and can cause bowel obstruction. This case highlights an unusual presentation with a "whirlpool sign" and a unique inflammatory myofibroblastic neoplasm, emphasizing atypical imaging findings and surgical management.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Abdominal Imaging
- Surgical Pathology
Background:
- Intussusception, or telescoping of the bowel, is uncommon in adults and can lead to serious complications like obstruction and ischemia.
- Typical imaging reveals a
- target sign
- but lead points, including neoplasms, can occur.
- Standard treatments involve air enemas or surgery.
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