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Colo-colonic intussusception caused by lipoma. Case reports
1Department of Radiology/Ultrasound, Glostrup Hospital, Denmark.
Acta Radiologica (Stockholm, Sweden : 1987)
|September 1, 1995
Summary
Adult intussusception is rare and often linked to underlying pathology. This report details two cases of colo-colonic intussusception caused by colonic lipomas, highlighting characteristic ultrasound findings and CT
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Radiology
- Surgical Pathology
Background:
- Intussusception is uncommon in adults, differing significantly from pediatric cases.
- Adult intussusception frequently involves an identifiable underlying pathological cause.
- Ileocolic intussusception is the most common type in children, often idiopathic.
Observation:
- Presents two cases of colo-colonic intussusception in adults.
- The intussusception in both cases was caused by a colonic lipoma, a benign tumor.
- Ultrasound revealed characteristic features suggestive of lipoma.
Findings:
- Colonic lipomas can serve as a lead point for intussusception in adults.
- Ultrasound demonstrates specific characteristics for diagnosing colonic lipomas.
- Computed Tomography (CT) provides definitive diagnosis for this condition.
Implications:
- Highlights the importance of considering colonic lipomas in adult intussusception diagnosis.
- Emphasizes the utility of ultrasound and CT in identifying the etiology of adult intussusception.
- Contributes to understanding the diverse presentations of intussusception in adults.