Case Report of Duodenal Adenocarcinoma
Author Information
Author(s): Markogiannakis Haridimos, Theodorou Dimitrios, Toutouzas Konstantinos G, Gloustianou Georgia, Katsaragakis Stilianos, Bramis Ioannis
Primary Institution: 1st Department of Propaedeutic Surgery, Hippokrateion Hospital, Athens Medical, School, University of Athens
Conclusion
Adenocarcinoma of the third and fourth part of the duodenum is very rare and often presents with vague symptoms, leading to advanced disease at diagnosis.
Supporting Evidence
- Adenocarcinomas of the third and fourth portion of the duodenum are very rare.
- Patients often present with vague symptoms leading to delayed diagnosis.
- Surgical resection is the treatment of choice for resectable tumors.
Takeaway
A woman had a rare type of cancer in her intestine, and even after surgery, she got very sick and sadly passed away.
Methodology
The patient underwent imaging studies, endoscopy, and surgical resection of the tumor.
Limitations
The rarity of the condition limits the generalizability of findings.
Participant Demographics
A 65-year-old Greek woman.
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