Pub Date : 2026-01-19DOI: 10.1016/j.epsc.2026.103187
Maria Chiara Cianci, Giovanni Gaglione, Maria Giovanna Grella
Introduction
Ciliated foregut cysts (CFCs) of the gallbladder are benign and extremely rare congenital anomalies, particularly in the pediatric population. They present with nonspecific symptoms that hinder preoperative suspicion, so histopathological examination is crucial for proper diagnosis.
Case presentation
A 6-year-old girl presented to the emergency department with recurrent episodes of abdominal pain and vomiting. Abdominal ultrasound revealed a cystic lesion adjacent to the gallbladder, and magnetic resonance cholangiography showed a cystic diverticular dilation arising along the cystic duct, positioned at the upper aspect of the gallbladder infundibulum without luminal communication. Based on these findings, the patient underwent laparoscopic excision of the cystic lesion combined with cholecystectomy. The procedure was completed without complications. Histopathological evaluation demonstrated a ciliated foregut cyst of the gallbladder, confirming the congenital nature of the anomaly. Postoperative recovery was uneventful, and at five months of follow-up she remains asymptomatic with normal laboratory results and no radiological abnormalities.
Conclusion
Epithelial foregut cysts can occasionally develop near the gallbladder, be misdiagnosed as cystic biliary lesions, and can be a source of recurring abdominal pain in children.
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Pub Date : 2026-01-19DOI: 10.1016/j.epsc.2026.103184
John Paul Bustamante , Shaban Gheith , Mohammad Fadaie , Brandon Velazquez , Jill Menell , Colin Bethel
Introduction
Primary ovarian mucinous adenocarcinoma in the adolescent population is extremely rare, with limited cases reported in the literature.
Case presentation
A 14-year-old female presented with a two-week history of progressive abdominal pain, distension, bloating, early satiety, and fatigue. Physical examination revealed a significantly distended abdomen with diffuse tenderness. Contrast-enhanced CT imaging demonstrated a large multiloculated cystic adnexal mass measuring 36 × 32 × 21 cm, with displacement of bowel loops. Laboratory evaluation showed normal tumor markers except for a mildly elevated CA-125 of 47 U/mL (reference range: <35 U/mL). The patient initially underwent diagnostic laparoscopy, which was converted to open laparotomy due to the tumor's size and complexity. Replacing the left ovary, a unilateral, encapsulated mucinous tumor was entirely excised along with the associated incorporated left ovary and fallopian tube, with preservation of the uterus and contralateral adnexa. Histopathology demonstrated mucinous cystadenoma (70 %), borderline tumor (25 %), and a focal invasive mucinous adenocarcinoma component (<5 %), without lymphovascular or infiltrative invasion. The postoperative course was uneventful, and the patient was discharged on postoperative day 2. Upon follow up, she continued to have elevated CA-125 of 56 U/mL, and underwent staging laparoscopy, noted to be negative for any metastatic disease, repeat CA-125 normalized 13 U/mL. Long term planned follow up with routine ultrasounds and CA-125 levels.
Conclusion
Mucinous ovarian tumors can have borderline and malignant components and therefore require a thorough histopathologic analysis.
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Handlebar injuries are a significant cause of blunt abdominal trauma in children, ranging from minor contusions to severe organ damage. Gastric perforation following such trauma is rare but potentially life-threatening.
Case presentation
A 10-year-old boy presented with acute abdominal pain after a bicycle handlebar injury that occurred shortly after food intake. Physical examination revealed generalized abdominal tenderness and a circular abrasion over the right paraumbilical region. Laboratory investigations showed leukocytosis with normal pancreatic enzyme levels. Contrast-enhanced abdominal CT demonstrated pneumoperitoneum and a clearly visualized full-thickness defect in the anterior gastric wall, with no associated solid organ injuries. Emergency exploratory laparotomy confirmed an isolated gastric perforation, which was repaired using a two-layer primary closure. The postoperative course was uneventful. A nasogastric tube was maintained for 48 hours. Oral feedings were initiated on postoperative day five without doing a contrast study. The patient was discharged on postoperative day seven.
Conclusion
Gastric perforation must be considered in children who sustain a handlebar injury.
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Pub Date : 2026-01-16DOI: 10.1016/j.epsc.2026.103182
Edamakanti Swetha Soni , Aditya Pratap Singh , Mayur Shyam Soni
Introduction
Enteric duplication cysts are rare congenital malformations, typically sharing a wall and blood supply with adjacent bowel. Isolated variants with independent vascularity and no luminal communication are extremely uncommon, particularly when arising from the colon.
Case presentation
A 3-year-old boy presented with intermittent right-sided abdominal pain for three months. Abdominal ultrasound showed a 4 x 3 × 3 cm cystic lesion in the right hemiabdomen. Contrast-enhanced computed tomography (CECT) showed a 12-cm-long cystic lesion in the right hemiabdomen. The patient was taken to the operating room for an exploratory laparotomy. On exploration, a 12-cm tubular cystic structure was found arising from the anterolateral aspect of the ascending colon, with an independent vascular pedicle and no communication with the native colonic lumen. The lesion was completely excised without the need for a bowel resection. Histopathology confirmed a tubular enteric duplication lined by colonic mucosa and smooth muscle. The postoperative recovery was uneventful, and the child remains asymptomatic at 1 year of follow-up.
Conclusion
Isolated colonic duplication cysts with independent vascularity and no luminal communication are exceedingly rare but can cause chronic abdominal pain in children.
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Pub Date : 2026-01-16DOI: 10.1016/j.epsc.2026.103183
Samuel Gashu Adane , Tihitena Negussie , Belachew Dejene , Gobena Mormata , Jejaw Endale , Finot G. Adane
Introduction
Alimentary tract duplications are rare congenital anomalies that usually occur at a single site; however, multisite duplications may arise and present with diverse clinical manifestations.
Case presentation
A one-month-old male neonate, previously healthy, developed tachypnea and grunting during the first week of life. Antenatal follow-up had revealed a fluid-filled structure in the abdomen. He was admitted to a local hospital and treated with antibiotics for two weeks without improvement. On presentation, he exhibited severe respiratory distress. Physical examination revealed a palpable abdominal mass in the left upper quadrant extending to the pelvis. Chest radiographs suggested bilateral lung opacities. Abdominal ultrasonography identified an 11 × 5.6 cm intra-abdominal cyst and a 7 × 5.5 cm right intrapleural cyst. Thoracoabdominal computed tomography confirmed a 5.5 × 5 cm right thoracic cyst and two intra-abdominal cysts measuring 7.5 × 6.5 cm and 5.5 × 5.3 cm.
The patient underwent right posterolateral thoracotomy and laparotomy with excision of the esophageal cyst and enucleation of small bowel duplication cysts. The postoperative course was uneventful. Histopathology confirmed esophageal and small bowel duplication cysts. On follow-up, he remained asymptomatic.
Conclusion
Although alimentary tract duplications typically involve a single site, multisite involvement can occur and should be considered, particularly in patients with varied clinical presentations.
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Pub Date : 2026-01-13DOI: 10.1016/j.epsc.2026.103181
Melissa Grageda , Marla Sacks , Marko Mesić , Elizabeth Jennifer Lee , Anthony Barone , Francisca Velcek
Introduction
Dolichocolon is a rare congenital colonic redundancy with unknown pediatric prevalence, which can present as neonatal intestinal obstruction.
Case presentations
.
Case 1
A 2-week old, term male infant presented with abdominal distention and bilious vomiting. Upper gastrointestinal series ruled out malrotation. He improved with conservative management, but returned at 5 weeks of age with 2 weeks duration of obstipation, abdominal distention, vomiting and dehydration. Imaging studies showed dilated bowel loops, markedly redundant sigmoid colon consistent with dolichocolon. At exploration, dilated redundant sigmoid colon was resected with primary anastomosis.
Case 2
A premature female infant presented with intermittent feeding difficulties since birth, progressive abdominal distention, dilated bowel loops on imaging, and was treated conservatively. Contrast enema at 6 weeks of age demonstrated a redundant sigmoid colon, consistent with dolichocolon. Progressive abdominal distention and dilated bowel loops raised concerns for intermittent obstruction from volvulus. At exploration, dilated redundant sigmoid colon was resected with primary anastomosis.
Case 3
A preterm female infant presented during the first week of life with feeding difficulties, intermittent abdominal distention, obstipation and nonbilious vomiting. Imaging demonstrated distended loops of bowel and redundant sigmoid colon. Dilated redundant sigmoid colon was resected at 3 weeks of age, with satisfactory post-operative course.
All patients were thriving well on long term follow-up at 6, 5 and 4 years, respectively.
Conclusion
While rare, dolichocolon must be included in the differential diagnosis of neonates who develop intermittent intestinal obstruction.
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Pub Date : 2026-01-13DOI: 10.1016/j.epsc.2026.103180
Pooya Ganjali , Douglas Tamura , Stephanie Jones
Introduction
Robotic-assisted thoracic surgery in the management of pleuropulmonary blastoma (PPB) remains extremely rare.
Case presentation
A 12-year-old female with a known heterozygous DICER-1 mutation developed mild chest pain. She had a history of multifocal follicular thyroid carcinoma and a history of a small cystic lesion in the upper lobe of the left lung, measuring 3.0 × 4 × 4 cm. The cyst had been stable in size for several years. At the time of presentation, she underwent a chest computerized tomography (CT) that showed that the cyst had increased in size to 14 × 8 × 8.6 cm and had new calcifications. We took her to the operating room for an exploratory thoracoscopy. We initially drained the cyst with a thoracoscopic needle. Once the cyst was decompressed, we added 2 ports, docked the DaVinci ® robotic device, and did a robotic-assisted wedge resection on the upper lobe. The specimen was placed in a bag before removing it from the chest. The pathology analysis confirmed the diagnosis of PPB Type II and confirmed clear margins. We left a chest tube, which was removed 36 hours later. Post-operative imaging showed no residual tumor. The oncology service recommended no additional surgical resection. She was enrolled in a therapeutic trial and is currently receiving adjuvant chemotherapy and radiotherapy.
Conclusion
Robotic-assisted thoracoscopy may be a safe and effective approach for the management of type II PPB.
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Pub Date : 2026-01-07DOI: 10.1016/j.epsc.2026.103179
Hoa Nguyen Viet , Ngoc Nguyen Bich , Phuong Tran Ha , Trang Dang Thi Huyen , Tuan Vu Hong , Phuc Chu Minh
Introduction
Solid pseudopapillary neoplasm (SPN) of the pancreas is a rare neoplasm with low malignant potential, predominantly affecting young women. Despite its generally favorable prognosis following complete resection, recurrence or metastasis may occur years later.
Case presentation
A 15-year-old female who had undergone enucleation of a large pancreatic head SPN at the age of 6 years was admitted to the hospital due to persistent abdominal pain. She had been followed at a local hospital but the follow up was interrupted due to COVID-19 restrictions. She underwent a magnetic resonance that showed a recurrence of the SPN, with a hepatic. The diagnosis was confirmed with a core needle biopsy. We took her to the operating room and did a pancreaticoduodenectomy (Whipple procedure) with portal vein reconstruction, hepatic wedge resection, and extensive lymphadenectomy. Pathological analysis confirmed recurrent SPN with hepatic metastasis and found SPN infiltration in 3 out of 29 peripancreatic lymph nodes. The patient tolerated the procedure well. She developed a low-flow pancreatic fistula that was managed conservatively and resolved spontaneously. Oral feedings were started after the resolution of pancreatic fistula on postoperative day 7. She was discharged 13 days after the operation. At 4 years of follow up she remains asymptomatic and free of recurrence.
Conclusion
Simple enucleation may not be an acceptable approach for the management of large SPN of the pancreatic head, since as seen in our patient, it may be associated with recurrences.
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Pub Date : 2026-01-06DOI: 10.1016/j.epsc.2026.103178
Somin Jo, Claire Abrajano, Bill Chiu
Introduction
Pilonidal disease (PD) is associated with sex hormones as hair growth and oil production during puberty can exacerbate PD symptoms, and the testosterone therapy received by transgender (TG) patients can potentially lead to PD development. In this case report, we report two TG patients who developed PD after initiating testosterone therapy.
Case presentation
Patient 1, a female-to-male (FTM) transitioned-patient initiated testosterone therapy (50mg every 2 weeks) at 16 years old and developed a pilonidal abscess one month after starting testosterone. He underwent an incision and drainage procedure for the abscess followed by regular manual and laser epilation. He continued the testosterone therapy without interruption and three years after the treatment of pilonidal abscess, he has not noted any PD recurrence.
Patient 2, a FTM transitioned-patient started testosterone therapy (25mg weekly), at 17 years old. One month after starting testosterone, he developed swelling at the gluteal cleft and hair lodged within pilonidal pits, consistent with pilonidal disease. Hair was removed from the pilonidal pits in the clinic, and regular manual and laser epilation were initiated. He did not receive any surgical excision for PD. The testosterone therapy was continued, and at ten months follow up, he has remained symptom-free from PD.
Conclusion
Pilonidal disease can develop after the initiation of testosterone therapy. Standard PD treatment seems to be effective, without the need to interrupt the hormonal therapy.
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Pub Date : 2026-01-03DOI: 10.1016/j.epsc.2026.103173
Akkamahadevi C. Hiremath, Harshita Ramamurthy , T.D. Nandeesha, R. Padmasri
Introduction
Robert's uterus, with ipsilateral renal agenesis, is an exceptionally rare Mullerian duct anomaly (MDA). It usually presents with cyclical pain, but presentation as pelvic inflammatory disease in an adolescent is extremely uncommon.
Case presentation
We report a rare case of Robert's uterus with ipsilateral renal agenesis in a 13-year-old girl, eight months post-menarche, who presented with 15 days of abdominal pain, copious purulent vaginal discharge, and fever. Ultrasonography suggested a septate/bicornuate uterus with a large, irregular pelvic collection. MRI demonstrated an asymmetric uterine septum forming a non-communicating left hemi-cavity and left renal agenesis. As an emergency procedure under anesthesia, 100 ml of hematinic purulent material was drained from the pouch of Douglas. After clinical stabilization for one week, hystero-laparoscopy was performed. Hysteroscopy revealed a normal vagina, single cervix, and right hemi uterus with right tubal ostia, whereas laparoscopy revealed a broad fundus, a dilated left tube and flimsy adhesions, findings suggestive of Robert's uterus. Laparoscopic-guided hysteroscopic unification metroplasty was successfully done by incising the asymmetric septum using a bipolar Collins knife. A no. 8 Foley catheter was left in situ for one week to prevent adhesions. She recovered uneventfully and, at 9-month follow-up, experiences regular moderate menstrual cycles without dysmenorrhea or pain.
Conclusion
Robert's uterus is a rare Mullerian malformation that should be considered in the differential diagnosis of females presenting with features of pelvic inflammatory disease. Ipsilateral renal agenesis should be evaluated in patients diagnosed with Robert's uterus.
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