Related Experiment Video
Updated: Jan 7, 2026

Murine Ileocolic Bowel Resection with Primary Anastomosis
Published on: October 29, 2014
Closed-Loop Bowel Obstruction Secondary to Stercoroma in a Young Adolescent: A Case Report
Dennis Amamnkwah1, Nayan Pinto1, Anand Arora2
1General Surgery, William Harvey Hospital, East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust, Ashford, GBR.
Abstract:
Faecal impaction (stercoroma) is an uncommon but serious cause of large bowel obstruction (LBO) in the adolescent population. We report a rare case of a 16‑year‑old boy with longstanding constipation who developed a closed‑loop LBO secondary to a massive stercoroma. The patient presented with abdominal distension, respiratory distress, and haemodynamic instability. Imaging revealed marked colonic dilatation due to obstructing faecal matter and a competent ileo-caecal valve. Despite initial attempts at rectal evacuation, surgical intervention was required. A Hartmann's procedure with decompression and resection of megacolon was performed successfully. This case highlights the importance of early recognition and timely surgical management of stercoroma‑related LBO in young patients.
More Related Videos
Related Concept Videos
Esophageal Strictures-II: Clinical Features and Management
Healthcare providers should gather a comprehensive medical history and conduct a physical examination for diagnosis. If esophageal stricture is...
Inflammatory Bowel Disease V: Surgical Management
Here are some common surgical interventions for IBD:
Esophageal Strictures-I: Introduction
Etiology
The primary cause of esophageal strictures is long-standing gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), accounting for about 70 to 80% of adult cases. Chronic acid reflux can lead to injury and scarring of the esophageal lining, culminating in...
Barrett Esophagus-II: Clinical Manifestations and Management
To diagnose Barrett's esophagus, healthcare providers often recommend an endoscopy for those showing symptoms of acid reflux. The procedure...
Assessment of the Rectum and Anus
Rectal Inspection
Begin by inspecting the perianal and anal areas for color, texture, rashes,...
Endoscopic Procedures IV: Sigmoidoscopy and Laproscopy
Sigmoidoscopy
Sigmoidoscopy is a diagnostic procedure that uses a flexible sigmoidoscope equipped with a light source and camera to examine the rectum and sigmoid colon. The procedure involves inserting the tube through the anus...

