Caecal Duplication Cyst Presenting with Intussusception: A Case Report
Caecal duplication is a rare entity and usually presents with intestinal obstruction.Even more unusual is its presentation as a lead point for intussusception.A nine-month boy presented with signs of intestinal obstruction.On examination, a mucosal mass was found in the rectum.At surgery, a caecocolic intussusception was found.After reduction, a caecal mass was appreciated as a lead point.Limited haemicolectomy was performed, and ileostomy was formed.Histopathology confirmed it as a caecal duplication cyst.Caecal duplication cyst as a lead point for caecocolic intussusception is a rarity.It should be considered in the differentials of caecal masses in children.
Publication Details
- Journal
- Journal of College of Physicians And Surgeons Pakistan
- Published
- 2025-01-01
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.29271/jcpspcr.2025.193
- Primary Topic
- Gastrointestinal disorders and treatments
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00