Colon perforation with severe peritonitis caused by erotic toy insertion and treated using vacuum-assisted closure: A case report.

Background: Colorectal foreign bodies are commonly encountered during surgery. They are frequently observed in men 20 to 90 years of age and have bimodal age distribution. Surgical management is necessary for cases of rectal perforation.

Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma-induced intussusception: A case report and literature review.

Adult intussusception necessitates early surgical intervention. We emphasis the significance of considering diffuse large B-Cell lymphoma in differential diagnoses for adult intussusception, particularly in the colon, to ensure precise diagnosis and optimal management.

Superior Rectal Artery Preservation in Laparoscopically Assisted Subtotal Colectomy and Ileorectal Anastomosis for Slow-Transit Constipation.

Our previous retrospective observational study demonstrated the safety of laparoscopically assisted subtotal colectomy with ileorectal anastomosis and preservation of the superior rectal artery (SRA), without instances of leakage, in patients with slow-transit constipation (STC). Thus, we extended the enrollment period and enlarged the sample size to detect the differences in the postoperative complications and surgical and functional outcomes between patients who underwent laparoscopically assisted subtotal colectomy with and without SRA preservation. We conducted a retrospective single-center analysis of patients with STC who underwent laparoscopically assisted subtotal colectomy between 2016 and 2020.

Adjuvant therapy for rare rectal gastrointestinal stromal tumors: A case report.

Key Clinical Message: Anorectal gastrointestinal stromal tumors are extremely rare, constituting less than 0.1% of rectal tumors. Surgical resection using a transanal wide excision followed by adjuvant therapy with tyrosine kinase inhibitors can be a successful treatment combination to remove the mass and prevent recurrence while preserving the integrity of the anal sphincter.

Mucinous neoplasm of the appendix: A case report and review of literature.

Background: Appendiceal mucinous neoplasms (AMNs), although not classified as rare, are relatively uncommon tumors most often discovered incidentally during colorectal surgery. Accurate identification of AMNs is difficult due to non-specific symptoms, overlapping tumor markers with other conditions, and the potential for misdiagnosis. This underscores the urgent need for precision in diagnosis to prevent severe complications.

Treatment of benign rectal stricture caused by repeated anal insertion by endoscopy and balloon dilation: A case report.

Background: Benign rectal strictures can be categorized as primary (disease-related) and secondary (surgical anastomosis-related). Secondary strictures arise from surgical complications, whereas primary strictures have diverse etiologies, including various inflammatory conditions. Benign strictures are usually managed by surgery and endoscopy.

Unusual presentation of penile giant condyloma acuminatum with spontaneous prepuce perforation: A case report.

Background: Giant condyloma acuminatum (GCA) is an uncommon condition affecting the anogenital area.

Case Summary: Here, we report an 88-year-old male patient who presented with a 5-year history of a progressive appearance of multiple cauliflower-like warts over his penile shaft, pubis region, and groin as well as urine leakage along the distal penile shaft. Physical examination revealed an ulcerative skin perforation with pus discharge under the distal prepuce base, which was initially suspected to be a urethral fistula.

Benefits of laparoscopy-assisted ileostomy in colorectal cancer patients with bowel obstruction.

Background: Ileostomies are commonly performed after colon and rectal surgeries. Laparoscopy-assisted ileostomy with adhesion lysis may have potential benefits over conventional open surgery.

Aim: To compare the outcomes of laparoscopy-assisted and conventional ileostomies.

Formation of a rare curve-shaped thoracolith documented on serial chest computed tomography images: A case report.

Background: Thoracolithiasis is a rare benign condition that manifests with one or more small nodules in the pleural cavity. In most cases, it is asymptomatic and found incidentally on chest imaging or during thoracic surgery. The thoracolithiasis formation process is rarely documented.

Risk factors predict microscopic extranodal tumor deposits in advanced stage III colon cancer patients.

Background: Colorectal cancer is a frequent cause of cancer-related mortality in patients with lymph node or distant metastases. Pericolonic tumor deposits (TDs) are considered prognostically distinct from lymph node metastases.

Aim: To investigate risk factors for extranodal TDs in stage III colon cancer.

Repair of a giant inguinoscrotal hernia with herniation of the ileum and sigmoid colon: A case report.

Background: Giant inguinoscrotal hernias are huge inguinal hernias that extend below the midpoint of the inner thigh in the standing posture. Giant inguinoscrotal hernias are rare in developed countries because of their better medical resources and early treatment. However, they can develop in patients who refuse surgery or ignore their condition.

Cecocutaneous fistula diagnosed by computed tomography fistulography: A case report.

Background: Enterocutaneous fistula (ECF) is an abnormal communication between the skin and the gastrointestinal tract and is associated with considerable morbidity and mortality. To diagnose ECF, X-ray fistulography and abdominal computed tomography (CT) with intravenous or oral contrast are generally used. If the anatomic details obtained from CT are insufficient, CT fistulography may help diagnose and determine the extent of the abnormal channel.

The Combination of Sleep Disorders and Depression Significantly Increases Cancer Risk: A Nationwide Large-Scale Population-Based Study.

Introduction: Sleep disorders, depression, and cancer have become increasingly prevalent worldwide. However, it is unknown whether coexistence of sleep disorders and depression influences the risk of cancer development. Therefore, we conducted a nationwide population-based study to examine this association among patients in Taiwan.

Assessment of Lumbar Vertebrae Morphology by Computed Tomography in Older Adults with Osteoporosis.

Background: Hounsfield Units (HU) values derived from Computerized Tomography (CT) have been used in the diagnosis of osteoporosis in the lumbar spine.

Objective: This study aimed to identify anatomical dimensions of lumbar vertebrae on CT images, which were different between older normal, osteopenic, and osteoporotic subjects.

Methods: This prospective pilot study enrolled 79 older adults.

Combined Ileoileal and Ileocolic Intussusception Secondary to Inflammatory Fibroid Polyp in an Adult: A Case Report.

Intestinal intussusception is relatively rare in adults and accounts for approximately 5% of intestinal obstruction. Intussusception is classified into subtypes according to the location, including ileoileal, ileocolic, ileo-ileocolic, colo-colic, jejuno-ileal, or jejuno-jejunal; the ileocolic type being the most common. However, intussusception of a combination of different subtypes has rarely been reported in the available literature.

Duodenal Ulcer with Massive Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage as an Initial Manifestation in Multiple Myeloma with Extramedullary Disease: A Case Report.

Plasma cell neoplasms are characterized by dysregulated proliferation of mature B cells, which can present with either single (solitary plasmacytoma) or systemic (multiple myeloma (MM)) involvement. MM with extramedullary plasmacytoma (EMP) is a rare disease that accounts for approximately 3-5% of all plasmacytomas. EMP with gastrointestinal (GI) system involvement is an even rarer entity, accounting for <1% of MM cases.

Preservation of superior rectal artery in laparoscopically assisted subtotal colectomy with ileorectal anastomosis for slow transit constipation.

Background: Slow transit constipation (STC) has traditionally been considered as a functional disorder. However, evidence is accumulating that suggests that most of the motility alterations in STC might be of a neuropathic etiology. If the patient does not meet the diagnosis of pelvic outlet obstruction and poorly response to conservative treatment, surgical intervention with subtotal colectomy may be effective.

Invasive urothelial carcinoma of urinary bladder presenting with annular constriction and mimicking proctitis observed by colonoscopy: A case report.

Introduction: Bladder urothelial carcinoma rarely spreads to the gastrointestinal tract, and its presentation in the rectum varies. We report a case of a patient who presented with an annular constriction of the rectum.

Presentation Of Case: A 60-year-old man was referred to our hospital with chief complaints of anal stricture and partial obstruction for about 1 month.

Anaesthesia mumps after laparoscopic right hemicolectomy under general anaesthesia: A case report.

Introduction: Anaesthesia mumps is an extremely rare postoperative complication that occurs following various surgical procedures after general anaesthesia. We aimed to contribute to the growing knowledge of potential clinical presentations, outcomes, and possible causes.

Presentation Of Case: A 93-year-old man experienced acute swelling of a unilateral parotid gland 1 day after laparoscopic right hemicolectomy under general anaesthesia.