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Colonic Intussusception Following Colonoscopy: A Case Report and Literature Review
Faisal Mehmood1, Hajra Jamil2, Shreya Amin1
1Department of Gastroenterology, HonorHealth, Phoenix, Arizona.
Gastro Hep Advances
|April 21, 2025
Summary
Intussusception after colonoscopy is rare but serious. This case highlights the need for vigilance, as surgery was required for this rare complication.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Surgical Gastroenterology
Background:
- Colonoscopy, a common diagnostic and therapeutic procedure, carries rare risks.
- Intussusception, particularly colo-colonic type, is an infrequent complication post-colonoscopy.
Observation:
- A rare case of colo-colonic intussusception occurred in an elderly male following colonoscopy with polypectomy.
- Symptoms included abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, hematochezia, and fever, typical of intussusception.
Findings:
- Computed tomography (CT) scan confirmed the diagnosis of intussusception.
- The patient required a hemicolectomy, indicating a severe presentation necessitating surgical intervention.
Implications:
- This case underscores the importance of recognizing intussusception as a potential post-polypectomy complication.
- Highlights the need for prompt diagnosis and consideration of surgical management in severe cases.
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