Mucosal Prolapse Mimicking a Prolapsed Stoma: An Unusual Case
Himanshu Agrawal *
Department of Surgery, UCMS and GTB Hospital, New Delhi, India.
Renu Yadav
Department of Surgery, ABVIMS and Dr. RML Hospital, New Delhi, India.
Nitin Agarwal
Department of Surgery, ABVIMS and Dr. RML Hospital, New Delhi, India.
Nikhil Gupta
Department of Surgery, ABVIMS and Dr. RML Hospital, New Delhi, India.
*Author to whom correspondence should be addressed.
Abstract
Stoma creation is frequently performed for conditions like malignancies and bowel obstructions, with potential complications such as prolapse and hernias. Stoma prolapse involves bowel protrusion through the stoma, causing discomfort and cosmetic concerns. This report describes an unusual case of mucosal prolapse from the proximal bowel loop mimicking stoma prolapse. A 16-year-old male with a loop ileostomy presented with protrusion, later identified intraoperatively as mucosa emerging through a serosal defect. Surgical resection and anastomosis led to complete recovery. This case highlights the importance of accurate diagnosis, timely surgical management, and patient education to prevent complications effectively.
Keywords: Stoma prolapse, mucosal prolapse, loop ileostomy, surgical complications, ileal perforation