Chronic Trichuris trichiura Infection Presenting as Ileocecal Valve Swelling Mimicking Malignancy
2011
Chronic Trichuris trichiura Infection Presenting as Ileocecal Valve Swelling Mimicking Malignancy
Sample size: 1
publication
Evidence: low
Author Information
Author(s): Tuan Sharif Sharifah Emilia, Ewe Seng Ch'ng, Mustaffa Nazri, Mohd Shah Nurul Azira, Zeehaida Mohamed
Primary Institution: Universiti Sains Malaysia
Conclusion
The case highlights an accidental finding of Trichuris trichiura infection during colonoscopy, which was performed to investigate prolonged diarrhea.
Supporting Evidence
- Trichuris trichiura infections may present symptoms in heavy parasitic infection while others may be asymptomatic.
- Detection of T. trichiura during colonoscopy occurs accidentally in most reported cases.
- Colonoscopy has been suggested to be carried out in cases with chronic diarrhea and anemia.
Takeaway
A man had a swollen part in his intestines that looked like cancer, but it turned out to be caused by a tiny worm called Trichuris trichiura.
Methodology
The diagnosis was made through colonoscopy and histopathological examination of biopsies.
Limitations
The study is based on a single case report, limiting generalizability.
Participant Demographics
A 46-year-old man.
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