Chronic subacute bowel obstruction caused by carcinoid tumour misdiagnosed as irritable bowel syndrome: a case report
2009
Case of Bowel Obstruction Misdiagnosed as IBS
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Evidence: low
Author Information
Author(s): Wilson Henrietta M
Primary Institution: Department of Oncology, Royal Surrey County Hospital
Conclusion
Early diagnosis and surgical management of carcinoid tumors can significantly improve prognosis.
Supporting Evidence
- Carcinoid tumors are often misdiagnosed due to non-specific symptoms.
- Early diagnosis can lead to better outcomes.
- Surgical resection is the only curative treatment for carcinoid tumors.
Takeaway
A 74-year-old woman was misdiagnosed with irritable bowel syndrome but actually had a carcinoid tumor causing her bowel obstruction, which was successfully treated with surgery.
Methodology
The case involved a CT scan and surgical resection of the tumor.
Limitations
The rarity of carcinoid tumors may limit generalizability of findings.
Participant Demographics
74-year-old Caucasian female.
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