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Inflammatory fibroid polyp of the jejunum causing intussusception
The American Journal of Gastroenterology
|July 1, 1986
Summary
A rare inflammatory fibroid polyp in the jejunum caused intussusception, a condition where one part of the intestine slides into another. Surgical removal of the polyp is the recommended treatment for this intestinal obstruction.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Surgical Pathology
Background:
- Inflammatory fibroid polyps (IFPs) are rare, benign mesenchymal tumors that can occur throughout the gastrointestinal tract.
- While IFPs are typically found in the stomach, they can also occur in the small intestine, including the jejunum.
Observation:
- This report details the seventh documented case of an inflammatory fibroid polyp in the jejunum.
- Notably, this is the first reported instance of a jejunal IFP causing jejunojejunal intussusception.
Findings:
- The patient presented with symptoms consistent with intermittent intestinal obstruction and intussusception.
- The diagnosed inflammatory fibroid polyp was surgically excised.
Implications:
- This case highlights the potential for jejunal inflammatory fibroid polyps to cause significant complications like intussusception.
- Early diagnosis and surgical intervention are crucial for managing symptomatic jejunal IFPs.
- Further research into the etiology and optimal management of IFPs in the small intestine is warranted.