Abstract
BackgroundSolitary cecal ulcer is a rare disease. Its etiology is unknown and there are no pathognomonic symptoms. There are rare reports mimicking carcinoma as seen in this case.Case PresentationA 64 year-old woman presented with a history of intermittent right lower abdominal pain for 20 years and worsening for 1 year. Colonoscopy revealed an enormous cecal ulcer. The PET-CT showed increased metabolism of the lesion. She underwent a right hemicolectomy. Histopathological examination revealed chronic non-specific inflammation. A rare diagnosis of the solitary cecal ulcer was ultimately made.ConclusionSolitary cecal ulcer is a rare, idiopathic entity. It mimics inflammatory bowel disease, malignancy, infection, etc. The comprehensive images of this case describe the characteristics of the disease.
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