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Malignant lymphoma in the ileocecal region causing intussusception
M Matsushita1, K Hajiro, T Kajiyama
1Department of Gastroenterology, Tenri Hospital, Nara, Japan.
Journal of Gastroenterology
|April 1, 1994
Summary
Malignant lymphoma in the ileocecal region caused intussusception in a 67-year-old female. Surgical resection of the cecum successfully treated the condition, highlighting a rare presentation of lymphoma.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Oncology
- Surgical Pathology
Background:
- Intussusception is a rare condition in adults, often associated with malignancy.
- Ileocecal intussusception can be caused by tumors, necessitating prompt diagnosis and treatment.
- Malignant lymphoma is an uncommon cause of adult intussusception.