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Murine Ileocolic Bowel Resection with Primary Anastomosis
Published on: October 29, 2014
Colonic intussusception after endoscopic mucosal resection successfully managed by endoscopic procedure
Keiichi Hashiguchi1,2, Shoichiro Mine3, Junya Shiota4
1Department of Endoscopy, Nagasaki University Hospital, 1-7-1, Sakamoto, Nagasaki, Nagasaki, 852-8501, Japan. khashiguchi@nagasaki-u.ac.jp.
Abstract:
Adult-onset intussusception, particularly associated with colonoscopy, is extremely rare. A 78-year-old man, referred to our hospital for colonic endoscopic mucosal resection (EMR), experienced subsequent dull abdominal pain, as well as elevated peripheral blood leukocytosis and C-reactive protein levels. Abdominal computed tomography (CT) revealed a colocolonic intussusception at the hepatic flexure. Emergency colonoscopy revealed ball-like swollen mucosa distal to the EMR site of the ascending colon. The mucosa was intact without necrosis. The endoscopic approach was able to temporarily release the intussusception. A transanal drainage tube was inserted through the endoscope to prevent relapse. Both CT and colonoscopy showed release of the intussusception. Our case underscores the importance of considering colocolonic intussusception in post-colonoscopy abdominal pain, advocating for endoscopic management after excluding mucosal necrosis.
Insights
Adult-onset intussusception is rare after colonoscopy. Endoscopic management can successfully treat this condition, especially when mucosal necrosis is absent.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Colorectal Surgery
Background:
- Adult-onset intussusception is an uncommon condition.
- Colonoscopy, particularly endoscopic mucosal resection (EMR), is a rare but potential precipitating factor.
Observation:
- A 78-year-old male presented with abdominal pain and elevated inflammatory markers post-EMR.
- Computed tomography (CT) identified a colocolonic intussusception at the hepatic flexure.
- Emergency colonoscopy revealed swollen, intact mucosa distal to the EMR site.
Findings:
- The intussusception was successfully reduced using an endoscopic approach.
- A transanal drainage tube was inserted endoscopically to prevent recurrence.
- Post-intervention imaging confirmed the release of the intussusception.
Implications:
- This case highlights the importance of considering intussusception in patients with post-colonoscopy abdominal pain.
- Endoscopic management is a viable option for intussusception when mucosal necrosis is ruled out.
- Early diagnosis and endoscopic intervention can prevent surgical complications.
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