Mendelow E, Weinberger A, Gorynski M. Gastroduodenal intussusception in an elderly patient: A rare case.
Am J Emerg Med 2025;
88:275.e1-275.e4. [PMID:
39613534 DOI:
10.1016/j.ajem.2024.11.071]
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Abstract
Gastroduodenal intussusception is a rare but important cause of gastric outlet obstruction, particularly in elderly patients. We present the case of an 81-year-old female who arrived at the emergency department with complaints of epigastric pain, nausea, and vomiting. A CT scan revealed gastroduodenal intussusception, while subsequent endoscopy identified a submucosal mass, raising suspicion for either a gastrointestinal stromal tumor (GIST) or pancreatic rest. This case report highlights the diagnostic process, therapeutic considerations, and clinical outcomes, with a review of the relevant literature.
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