Abstract
Mesenteric lipoma is rare, no more than 50 cases were reported. They usually occur in the superficially trunk or extremities. They are the most common soft tissue tumors and usually asymptomatic. We reported a 60-year-old male with complaint of abdominal fullness and nausea for two days. The image studies showed mesenteric lipoma that caused compression of the intestine and obstruction. After nasogastric tube decompression and fluid supplement, the symptoms relived.
Highlights
Lipoma is a very common benign tumor, occurring throughout the whole body [1]
We report a rare case that mesenteric lipoma induced intestinal obstruction
The aim of this paper is to report a case with mesenteric lipoma and cause bowel obstruction
Summary
Lipoma is a very common benign tumor, occurring throughout the whole body [1]. It may be single or multiple and may occur as a superficial (subcutaneous) or deep-seated tumor. The aim of this paper is to report a case with mesenteric lipoma and cause bowel obstruction. A 60-year-old male patient complained of abdominal distension and nausea for two days. He had medical history of hypertension, but no surgery. Physical examination revealed, diffuse tympanic sound while percussion. General laboratory examinations were in normal range
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