Two cases of sigmoid colon cancer with intussusception prolapsing through the anus in adults: consideration of preoperative reduction and surgical approaches: case reports.

ABSTRACT: Adult intussusception is a rare condition that is often associated with a high incidence of malignancy. The optimal management strategy remains controversial, particularly regarding the necessity for bowel reduction before resection. To date, there is a paucity of data on adult intussusception in the English literature. We present two cases of sigmoid colon cancer with intussusception prolapsing through the anus and highlight the different surgical approaches. Case 1: an 84-year-old woman presented with sigmoid colon prolapse and biopsy-confirmed adenocarcinoma. Urgent surgery revealed intussusception. Despite unsuccessful manual reduction, the Hutchinson technique successfully resolved the intussusception. Resection with a temporary colostomy was performed. Histopathological examination r

SUBMITTER: Doita S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11292061 | biostudies-literature | 2024

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature