Benign ulceration of the cecum presenting with massive hemorrhage: report of a case and review of the literature

Diseases of the Colon and Rectum
M LospinusoN D Bloom

Abstract

Massive gastrointestinal hemorrhage secondary to benign cecal ulceration is a rare occurrence. The diagnosis of bleeding from this benign condition is rarely entertained and is often a finding on a pathologic examination. A case of massive hemorrhage from a cecal ulcer is presented, and the literature is reviewed. The role of angiographic demonstration of the lesion, if angiography is readily available, is emphasized, but surgery is the definitive therapy.

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Jan 1, 1989·Surgical Endoscopy·H S Himal
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Mar 20, 2015·International Journal of Colorectal Disease·C SalaL Novellino

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