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Stercoral Perforation of the Sigmoid Colon
International Journal of Gerontology, 2008 SUMMARYConstipation is prevalent among geriatrics living in nursing homes. This is a problem particularly among those with limited mobility and under multiple medications for various illnesses. We report a patient who suffered a stercoral perforation of the rectosigmoid colon as a direct complication of constipation.
Han-Ming Yang +2 more
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Impaction of swallowed dentures in the sigmoid colon requiring sigmoid colectomy [PDF]
, 2018 INTRODUCTION: Foreign body (FB) ingestion results in perforation in 1% of cases and is associated with significant morbidity and rarely mortality. Clinical presentation is variable and can present a diagnostic challenge.
Clancy, Cillian +2 more
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Ganglioneuromatosis of the sigmoid colon
Journal of British Surgery, 1971 Abstract A man, aged 72 years, who came to hospital with a 9-month history of increasing constipation, had a narrowed segment of sigmoid colon removed. Increased numbers of nerve fibres and ganglion cells were found histologically in the plexuses of Auerbach and Meissner, and in the muscular layers of the affected bowel.
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A CASE OF LIPOMA OF THE SIGMOID COLON ASSOCIATED WITH A CARCINOMA OF THE SIGMOID COLON
Nihon Rinsho Geka Gakkai Zasshi (Journal of Japan Surgical Association), 1998 We experienced a case of lipoma of the sigmoid colon associated with a carcinoma of the sigmoid colon. A 76-year-old woman was admitted to our hospital because of general fatigue. Endoscopic examination demonstrated an ulcer in the stomach. Since then she was recovering from this ulcer but Hemooccult tests of stool had been positive.
Toshiyuki Fukuhara +5 more
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Endoscopic scores for inflammatory bowel disease in the era of 'mucosal healing'. old problem, new perspectives [PDF]
, 2016 The importance of the endoscopic evaluation in inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) management has been recognized for many years. However, the modalities for reporting endoscopic activity represent an ongoing challenge.
Corleto, Vito Domenico +5 more
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Does ursodeoxycholic acid change the proliferation of the colorectal mucosa? A randomized, placebo-controlled study [PDF]
, 2003 Background: In animal models ursodeoxycholic acid (UDCA) showed a chemoprotective effect against colon cancer. To explain this, a reduced proliferation of the colorectal mucosal proliferation was suggested.
Diebold, J. +6 more
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Sigmoid and cecum colon volvulus: a case report
Journal of Medical Case ReportsIntroduction Colon volvulus is the twisting of a segment of colon on its mesenteric axis, which can lead to the obstruction of the lumen and the blood supply.
Dilawer Chofan Charo +4 more
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Respiratory Medicine Case ReportsBackground: Mediastinal and subcutaneous emphysema usually result from spontaneous rupture of the alveolar wall. We present an educational case of subcutaneous, mediastinal, and retroperitoneal emphysema discovered during a routine medical check-up ...
Daichi Setoguchi +17 more
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First reports of computed tomographic colonography for the screening of colorectal polyps in acromegalic patients [PDF]
, 2008 *Aim:* To analyze the CTC performance for the screening of colorectal polyps in acromegalic patients. *Materials and Methods:* A prospective study of 21 acromegalic patients, 12 male and 9 female, average age 49, who underwent CTC ...
Anke Boeving +7 more
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Biotin Supplementation Ameliorates Murine Colitis by Preventing NF-κB Activation. [PDF]
, 2020 Background & aimsBiotin is a water-soluble vitamin that is indispensable for human health. Biotin deficiency can cause failure-to-thrive, immunodeficiency, alopecia, dermatitis, and conjunctivitis.
Cahalan, Michael D +5 more
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