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Enteritis cystica profunda mimicking acute abdominal picture in a twelve-year-old boy
A B Salman1, S Gögüs, F C Tanyel
1Hacettepe University Children's Hospital, Department of Pediatric Surgery, Ankara, Turkey.
Insights
Enteritis cystica profunda is a rare condition causing cysts in the small bowel wall. Surgical removal of the affected area is the recommended treatment for this pediatric case.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Pediatric Surgery
- Pathology
Background:
- Enteritis cystica profunda (ECP) is a rare, benign condition characterized by cystic spaces within the small bowel wall.
- ECP is exceptionally uncommon in pediatric populations, with limited documented cases.
Observation:
- This report details the third pediatric case of ECP, focusing on diagnostic challenges and therapeutic strategies.
- The clinical presentation of ECP can mimic acute abdominal emergencies, necessitating careful differential diagnosis.
Findings:
- The study emphasizes the diagnostic considerations for ECP in children.
- Surgical excision of the affected small bowel segment is identified as the definitive treatment approach.
Implications:
- Awareness of ECP is crucial for pediatricians and surgeons managing acute abdominal conditions in children.
- Early diagnosis and surgical intervention can lead to favorable outcomes for ECP.
- This case contributes to the limited literature on pediatric ECP, aiding future clinical management.
Abstract:
Enteritis cystica profunda, an uncommon condition, is characterized by nonneoplastic cystic spaces within the wall of the small bowel. The third case of enteritis cystica profunda in children is presented with special emphasis on diagnosis and treatment. This rare entity may mimic acute abdomen and should be kept in mind in the differential diagnosis. Surgical excision of the involved segment is the appropriate treatment.