Small bowel intussusception secondary to metastatic melanoma 15 years after complete excision of the primary tumor

HIGHLIGHTS • Gastrointestinal tract recurrences from cutaneous melanoma are not uncommon. • Patients may present with anemia and/or melena or with obstructive symptoms. • Surgical resection provides effective palliation and, potentially, improves survival.

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Published in:International journal of surgery case reports 2015-01, Vol.6, p.26-28
Main Authors: Vigorita, Vincenzo, Ausania, Fabio, Bertucci Zoccali, Marco, Alvarez, Cristina Facal, Nadal, Blanca De Urrutia, Nuñez, Jose Enrique Casal
Format: Article
Language:English
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Intussusception
Melanoma metastasis
Surgery
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Summary:HIGHLIGHTS • Gastrointestinal tract recurrences from cutaneous melanoma are not uncommon. • Patients may present with anemia and/or melena or with obstructive symptoms. • Surgical resection provides effective palliation and, potentially, improves survival.
ISSN:2210-2612
2210-2612
DOI:10.1016/j.ijscr.2014.11.060