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[Ascaris volvulus]

M R Sánchez Jarquín1, R Girón Romero, J C de Agustín Asensio

  • 1Dpto. de Cirugía Pediátrica, Hospital General San Juan de Dios, Guatemala.

Cirugia Pediatrica : Organo Oficial De La Sociedad Espanola De Cirugia Pediatrica
|July 1, 1995
PubMed
Summary

Ascaris (roundworm) infestation can cause severe intestinal obstruction, requiring emergency surgery. This case highlights a rare instance where a massive Ascaris bolus led to a secondary volvulus, complicating the surgical presentation.

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Area of Science:

  • Medicine
  • Parasitology
  • Surgical Pathology

Background:

  • Ascariasis is a common parasitic infection globally.
  • Intestinal obstruction is a known complication of massive Ascaris infestations.
  • Surgical intervention is sometimes necessary for managing complications.

Observation:

  • A patient presented with symptoms indicative of intestinal obstruction.
  • Imaging and surgical exploration revealed a large bolus of Ascaris lumbricoides within the intestine.
  • The Ascaris mass was identified as the primary cause of the obstruction.

Findings:

  • The obstruction was caused by a massive Ascaris worm burden.
  • A secondary complication of volvulus (twisting of the intestine) was observed, directly related to the worm bolus.
  • Surgical management was successfully performed to relieve the obstruction and remove the worms.

Implications:

  • This case underscores the potential for ascariasis to manifest as an acute surgical emergency.
  • Recognizing Ascaris-induced obstruction and secondary volvulus is crucial for prompt diagnosis and treatment.
  • Highlights the importance of considering parasitic infections in the differential diagnosis of bowel obstruction, especially in endemic areas.

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