Open AccessPseudomyxoma peritonei originating from intestinal duplication: A case report and review of the literature
Author(s) -
Xinkun Han,
Nan Zhou,
Yiyan Lu,
Hongbin Xu,
Guo Jun,
Lianchun Liang
Publication year - 2021
Publication title -
world journal of clinical cases
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.368
H-Index - 10
ISSN - 2307-8960
DOI - 10.12998/wjcc.v9.i25.7459
Subject(s) - pseudomyxoma peritonei , medicine , gene duplication , general surgery , gastroenterology , appendix , gene , genetics , paleontology , biology
Pseudomyxoma peritonei (PMP) is a rare mucinous neoplasm with a relatively low incidence of 1 to 2 per million individuals. It is typically characterized by a type of gelatinous ascites named "jelly belly". Most cases of PMP occur in association with ruptured primary mucinous tumors of the appendix (90%). Periodically, PMP can originate from mucinous carcinomas at other sites, including the colorectum, gallbladder, and pancreas. However, unusual origin can occur, as noted in this case report.