Solitary jejunal metastasis from renal cell carcinoma.
A metastatic deposit from renal cell carcinoma into the jejunal wall is a rare phenomenon. Among the frequent modes of presentation, bleeding, obstruction and unexplained anaemia are commonly seen. In addition to the conventional contrast studies and computerized tomography (CT), Capsule endoscopy is a useful diagnostic tool. Factors responsible for resistant behaviour of jejunal wall are still not clear, however when it happens it is really a diagnostic challenge. We are reporting this rare case of solitary jejunal metastasis from renal cell carcinoma.
Bahli
Zahid M
ZM
Department of General Surgery (Upper GI), Altnagelvin Area Hospital, Londonderry, UK. zbahli@gmail.com
Panesar
K J
KJ
D000368:Aged; D002292:Carcinoma, Renal Cell / Q000473:pathology*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007580:Jejunal Neoplasms / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000473:pathology / Q000556:secondary*