Upper gastrointestinal triple stenosis in a patient with trisomy 17p syndrome
Author Information
Author(s): Ando Hiroko, Mori Hideki, Takabayashi Kaoru, Matsuura Noriko, Masaoka Tatsuhiro, Matsuzaki Juntaro, Saito Yoshimasa, Kato Motohiko, Kosaki Kenjiro, Kanai Takanori
Primary Institution: Keio University School of Medicine
Hypothesis
The association between trisomy 17p syndrome and upper gastrointestinal stenosis is unclear.
Conclusion
The patient's vomiting symptoms were effectively resolved through gastric acid suppression therapy and endoscopic dilation.
Supporting Evidence
- The patient had a history of recurrent vomiting and was diagnosed with upper gastrointestinal stenosis.
- Endoscopic findings revealed stenosis in the esophagus, stomach, and duodenum.
- Treatment included proton pump inhibitors and endoscopic dilation, which improved the patient's symptoms.
Takeaway
A 20-year-old man with a rare genetic condition had severe stomach problems, but doctors helped him feel better with special treatments.
Methodology
The patient underwent upper gastrointestinal endoscopy and was treated with gastric acid suppression therapy and endoscopic dilation.
Limitations
The rarity of trisomy 17p syndrome limits the generalizability of findings.
Participant Demographics
A 20-year-old male with trisomy 17p syndrome.
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