Imaging findings post colorectal endoscopic mucosal resection

J Radiol Case Rep. 2013 Sep 1;7(9):27-32. doi: 10.3941/jrcr.v7i9.1535. eCollection 2013 Sep.

Abstract

Endoscopic mucosal resection is commonly the treatment regime of choice for large sessile colonic polyps. We describe the computed tomography findings of a 51 year old female who presented with transient severe abdominal pain without systemic upset post endoscopic mucosal polyp resection, which resolved with conservative management. This is the second case in the literature that demonstrates 'normal' appearances post endoscopic mucosal resection. The clinical team and radiologist need to be aware of these findings when making management decisions in patients who present with acute pain post endoscopic mucosal resection.

Keywords: CT; Colorectal polyps; EMR; colorectal cancer; complications; computed tomography; endoscopic mucosal resection.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Abdominal Pain / diagnostic imaging*
  • Abdominal Pain / etiology
  • Colonic Polyps / surgery*
  • Endoscopy, Gastrointestinal / adverse effects*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Hypertonic Solutions / administration & dosage
  • Middle Aged
  • Postoperative Complications / diagnostic imaging*
  • Postoperative Complications / etiology
  • Tomography, X-Ray Computed*
  • Treatment Outcome

Substances

  • Hypertonic Solutions