Two cases of Peutz-Jeghers syndrome presenting as bowel obstruction from intussusception
Papua New Guinea medical journal
;
: 53-55, 2011.
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in English
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ABSTRACT
Two unusual cases of small intestinal intussusception presenting as bowel obstruction are presented. They both had freckle-like pigmentation of the perioral area, palms and soles of the feet with intestinal polyps which acted as lead points in the intussusception. Peutz-Jeghers syndrome was diagnosed. This report highlights the high risk of cancer of the intestines and extra-intestinal sites associated with this interesting but rare condition.
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Main subject:
Peutz-Jeghers Syndrome
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Ileal Diseases
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Ileocecal Valve
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Intussusception
Limits:
Adolescent
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Adult
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Female
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Humans
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Male
Language:
English
Journal:
Papua New Guinea medical journal
Year:
2011
Type:
Article
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