Colonic Lymphangioma as a Lead Point for Adult Ileocecal Intussusception: A Case Report
Hind Y Naseem1, Bayan I Bokhari1
1Colorectal Surgery, King Abdulaziz Medical City, Jeddah, SAU.
Abstract:
Colonic lymphangiomas are rare benign malformations of the lymphatic system and are particularly uncommon within the gastrointestinal tract. In adults, intussusception is an uncommon condition and is often associated with an identifiable structural lead point. We report a rare case of an adult patient presenting with symptoms of bowel obstruction who was found to have an ileocecal intussusception caused by a colonic lymphangioma. Imaging suggested the presence of an underlying lesion, and a definitive diagnosis was established following surgical resection and histopathological examination. This case highlights the importance of considering rare benign lesions, such as lymphangioma, in the differential diagnosis of adult intussusception. Early recognition and surgical management are essential for both diagnosis and treatment.
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