Journey Through Peritoneal Carcinomatosis: A Case Report
1.1. Background: Peritoneal carcinomatosis poses a diagnostic challenge due to its diverse range of differentials and late-stage presentation. This case report highlights the diagnostic journey of a 71-year-old white male with Peritoneal carcinomatosis secondary to metastatic adenocarcinoma with signet ring cell features originating from the upper gastrointestinal tract. 1.2. Case Presentation: A 71-year-old white male presented with worsening abdominal pain and discomfort over three months. Imaging revealed omental thickening, malignant ascites, and subsequent investigations led to the diagnosis of metastatic adenocarcinoma with signet ring cell features. Management complexities included pulmonary embolism, FOLFOX chemotherapy, recurrent paracentesis, and small bowel obstruction from an inguinal hernia. 1.3. Conclusion: This case underscores the importance of early detection in optimizing treatment outcomes for Peritoneal carcinomatosis. Collaboration among specialties is crucial for managing the complexities associated with this condition. Further research is needed to refine diagnostic and therapeutic strategies for advanced gastrointestinal malignancies presenting with Peritoneal carcinomatosis.
Publication Details
- Journal
- Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
- Published
- 2024-11-21
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.14198629
- Primary Topic
- Intraperitoneal and Appendiceal Malignancies
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00