- Author:
Romane Jasmin C. MAÑOS
- Publication Type:Case Report
- MeSH: Human; Male; Middle Aged: 45-64 Yrs Old; Anal Canal; Intestines; Wounds, Stab
- From: Philippine Journal of Surgical Specialties 2025;80(2):62-62
- CountryPhilippines
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Abstract:
Transanal bowel evisceration is a rare, life-threatening condition requiring urgent surgical intervention, with approximately 100 cases documented globally since 1827. While research predominantly addresses spontaneous cases, traumatic occurrences—often associated with stab wounds—remain underreported. The prevalence of traumatic small bowel evisceration is low, ranging from 0.2-1% worldwide, with no documented studies from Northern Luzon or the entire Philippines. Prompt diagnosis and immediate surgical management are essential to prevent serious complications, underscoring the importance of timely intervention for a successful outcome.
This is a rare case of small bowel evisceration secondary to traumatic rectal perforation. A 56-year-old male presented with intestinal protrusion through the anus, illustrating a rare instance of transanal small bowel evisceration. The patient's case provides important insights into the diagnosis and treatment of this uncommon condition.
Early detection was crucial for managing the transanal evisceration of the small bowel, a rare and life-threatening emergency, as timely surgical intervention is essential to prevent severe complications. This case underscores the importance of clinical awareness and prompt diagnosis, particularly given the rarity of traumatic transanal evisceration, to enhance patient outcomes.
