Publications by authors named "Kai Griepentrog"
Transanal small bowel evisceration: A case report and literature review.
Int J Surg Case Rep
February 2024
Article Synopsis
- This article talks about a rare medical emergency called transanal small bowel evisceration, which happens when part of the small intestine comes out through the rectum due to a long-standing problem called rectal prolapse.
- It describes a specific case involving an 84-year-old woman who showed up at the hospital because of this issue.
- The authors also did research to understand this condition better and discussed treatments, hoping that being aware of this problem can help doctors act quickly to prevent serious complications.
Introduction: Tailgut cysts are rare diseases but can be challenging to manage.
Presentation Of Case: This is a case report of a tailgut cyst, in a 42 year old female. The cyst was incidentally detected on imaging, and treated with Kraske surgical approach.