Abstract
Background: Though the duplication cysts presenting with intestinal obstruction are not uncommon in neonates, tubular duplications may pose a significant diagnostic and management challenge. Case Presentation: We present the successful management of a neonate presenting with intestinal obstruction. The diagnosis of ileocolonic tubular duplication cyst was made intra-operatively. The cyst was managed with a novel technique. Conclusion: Tubular duplications of the alimentary tract rarely encounter in neonates. The surgeons should improvise the surgical technique to manage such anomalies.
Highlights
Duplication cysts are rare congenital anomalies of the gastrointestinal tract (GIT) with an incidence of 1 in 4000-5000 live births. [1] Morphologically, they may be either cystic or tubular
Tubular duplications of the alimentary tract rarely encounter in neonates
To the best of our knowledge, this is the first case report of an ileocolonic tubular duplication cyst associated with distal sigmoid colon stenosis
Summary
Duplication cysts are rare congenital anomalies of the gastrointestinal tract (GIT) with an incidence of 1 in 4000-5000 live births. [1] Morphologically, they may be either cystic or tubular. Conclusion: Tubular duplications of the alimentary tract rarely encounter in neonates. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first case report of an ileocolonic tubular duplication cyst associated with distal sigmoid colon stenosis.
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