Case Report
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World J Clin Cases. Feb 26, 2024; 12(6): 1163-1168
Published online Feb 26, 2024. doi: 10.12998/wjcc.v12.i6.1163
Adult sigmoid intussusception resembling rectal prolapse: A case report
Tsung-Jung Tsai, Yu Shih Liu
Tsung-Jung Tsai, Department of Surgery, Changhua Christian Hospital, Changhua 500209, Taiwan
Yu Shih Liu, Department of Colorectal Surgery, Changhua Christian Hospital, Changhua 500209, Taiwan
Author contributions: Liu YS contributed to the conceptualization, investigation and supervision; Tsai TJ contributed to the data curation, investigation, preparation of the manuscript, and editing; Both authors have read and approved the final manuscript.
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Corresponding author: Yu Shih Liu, MD, Chief Doctor, Department of Colorectal Surgery, Changhua Christian Hospital, No. 135 Nanxiao Street, Changhua 500209, Taiwan. 184403@cch.org.tw
Received: November 5, 2023
Peer-review started: November 5, 2023
First decision: December 15, 2023
Revised: December 25, 2023
Accepted: January 22, 2024
Article in press: January 22, 2024
Published online: February 26, 2024
Abstract
BACKGROUND

Rectal prolapse arises from benign etiology. When symptoms of internal intussusception mirror those of rectal prolapse, a misdiagnosis is possible, especially under limited clinical presentation. It is crucial to recognize and differentiate rectal prolapse from internal intussusception because the two diagnoses have different prognoses. Here, we describe a case of adult sigmoid intussusception presenting as rectal prolapse.

CASE SUMMARY

A 64-year-old woman with no known medical history visited a gastrointestinal outpatient department due to hard bloody stool defecation for 1 wk followed by constipation for 3 d. Colonoscopy revealed a huge polypoid ulcerated tumor at the sigmoid colon with lumen stenosis. The patient was admitted due to post-procedural dull abdominal pain. Due to failed colonoscopy reduction and stent insertion, the patient underwent sigmoid colon resection with primary end-to-end anastomosis, with the transverse colostomy pathological report showing adenocarcinoma, pT3N0M0. She recovered well from the operation and was discharged with regular outpatient clinic follow-up.

CONCLUSION

Presentation and manifestation of sigmoid intussusception may resemble that of rectal prolapse, necessitating careful observation due to distinct prognostic implications.

Keywords: Sigmoid intussusception, Rectal prolapse, Endoscopic reduction, Adenocarcinoma, Case report

Core Tip: This case underscores the potential for sigmoid intussusception to bear a resemblance to rectal prolapse. These two diagnoses have distinct etiologies and treatment. Adults and children have different etiological factors. Sigmoid intussusception related to malignancy leads to an unfavorable outcome, whereas rectal prolapse has a better prognosis. A comprehensive literature review was conducted to elucidate the advantages and disadvantages of preoperative reduction.