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Neoplastic autovagotomy causing gastric stasis.

W E Thomas, M S Fletcher

    Postgraduate Medical Journal
    |June 1, 1979
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Neoplastic autovagotomy, a rare cause of gastric stasis, can lead to serious complications like bezoars or gastric volvulus. Bronchial carcinoma invading the vagus nerve is a potential cause of this condition.

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    Area of Science:

    • Gastroenterology
    • Oncology
    • Pulmonology

    Background:

    • Neoplastic autovagotomy leading to atonic gastric stasis is exceptionally rare.
    • Gastric stasis can present with severe complications, including bezoars and gastric volvulus.
    • Bronchial carcinoma is a significant malignancy affecting the lungs.