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Inflammatory fibroid polyp of the jejunum causing intussusception
L N Shih1, S L Chang, S M Chuang
1Department of Internal Medicine, Taiwan Provincial Taipei Hospital, Republic of China.
The American Journal of Gastroenterology
|January 1, 1997
Summary
A rare inflammatory fibroid polyp caused a jejunal obstruction in a 66-year-old male. Surgical intervention confirmed this nonneoplastic lesion as the cause of intussusception.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Surgical Pathology
Background:
- Inflammatory fibroid polyps (IFPs) are uncommon, benign gastrointestinal lesions.
- They can present as a rare cause of intestinal obstruction.
Observation:
- A 66-year-old male presented with symptoms of intestinal obstruction, including abdominal fullness, pain, and vomiting.
- Abdominal imaging revealed dilated small bowel loops consistent with obstruction.
Findings:
- Exploratory laparotomy was performed due to suspected intussusception from a small bowel tumor.
- The surgery confirmed an inflammatory fibroid polyp of the jejunum causing jejunojejunal intussusception.
Implications:
- This case highlights IFPs as a potential cause of intussusception in adults.
- Accurate diagnosis and surgical management are crucial for resolving obstruction caused by IFPs.