Aim: The aim of this case report is to report an association of Eagle’s Syndrome and Crohn’s disease. Case Presentation: We present a rare case of a 30-year old woman with a decade-long history of Crohn’s disease, recently diagnosed with Eagle Syndrome following complaints of fac...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrrga/2025/v8i1180
Kosisochukwu T. Okwunweze, Arube R. Egbo, Tochukwu W. Okahia, Msuurshima C. Asue, Eunice T. Aregbesola, Rejoice C.A. Obike, Kenneth N. Akpa, Abolore Aminat Ajakaye, Nwamaka C. Onubogu, Chibuzor F. Anyanwu, Arinze J. Uwakwe, Omoyelemi F. Idowu, Olaniyi S. Adedayo, John A. Eze & Samuel O. Eze·Asian Journal of Research and Reports in Gastroenterology·2025
Background: Distal ulcerative colitis (DUC), a subtype of ulcerative colitis (UC), primarily affects the rectum and sigmoid colon. The global incidence of UC varies significantly, with the highest prevalence in North America and Europe. Peak onset occurs between ages 15–30, with...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrrga/2025/v8i1179
Introduction : The "Bezoar" designates a rare condition, secondary to the unusual accumulation, in the form of solid masses or concretions, of substances of various kinds inside the digestive tract and more particularly, at the level of the stomach which can extend to the coves....
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Research Article10.9734/ajrrga/2025/v8i1178
Diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL) is the most common subtype of non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL), which usually manifests as nodal involvement. However, secondary pancreatic involvement is rare, occurs in only 0.2%–2% of NHL cases. DLBCL can develop in the lymph nodes or in “extran...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrrga/2025/v8i1177
This work aims to discuss the understanding of Helicobacter pylori (HP) in Chinese medicine and the timeframe when the theory of ‘treating the future disease’ in Chinese medicine fits in with the prevention and treatment of HP infection. HP is a pathogen with a high infection rat...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrrga/2025/v8i1176
Gall stone ileus is an uncommon cause of small bowel obstruction, which accounts for 1-4% of mechanical small bowel obstruction. Due to its elusive nature, the diagnosis is frequently delayed, resulting in high morbidity and mortality rates. plain abdominal X-ray films are not ad...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrrga/2025/v8i1175
Aim: Gastrointestinal metastasis from lung cancer (GMLC), particularly to the stomach and gallbladder, is a rare clinical entity, occurring in 0.5% to 14% of cases. These metastases often present with non-specific gastrointestinal symptoms or are incidentally detected, making ear...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrrga/2025/v8i1174
Iron is an essential micronutrient involved in key biological functions such as oxygen transport, energy production, and cellular metabolism. The liver plays a central role in maintaining iron balance by regulating its absorption and storage through the hormone hepcidin. However,...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrrga/2025/v8i1173
Introduction: Malignant peritoneal mesothelioma (MPM) is a rare and aggressive cancer arising from mesothelial cells lining the peritoneal cavity. Case presentation: We report the case of a 52-year-old man with no history of asbestos exposure, who presented with progressive, pain...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrrga/2025/v8i1172
Elizabeth Bassey Umoren, Favour Izuma Melford, Etah Etah Nkanu, Clement Ugochukwu Nyenke, Ngozi Glory Amadi, Joy Ezinwayi Amadi, Rejoice Buduchim Buduburisi & Okon Effiom Etim·Asian Journal of Research and Reports in Gastroenterology·2025
Methamphetamine misuse is a growing global concern, contributing to significant harm to users' internal organs. This study investigated the potential protective effects of Ginkgo biloba extract against the ulcerogenic and gastric-stimulating effects of methamphetamine in Wistar r...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrrga/2025/v8i1171
Introduction: Anorectal disorders, often unacknowledged, are common in gastroenterology consultations. Anorectoscopy plays a vital role in their diagnosis. The aim of this study is to provide an overview of anorectal pathology in N'Djamena hospitals. Patients and Methods: This wa...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrrga/2025/v8i1170
Transverse colon volvulus (TVC) is an exceptionally rare cause of large bowel obstruction, accounting for only 2% of colonic volvulus cases (Ciraldo et al., 2000). While sigmoid and cecal volvulus are well-documented, TCV remains a diagnostic and therapeutic challenge due to its...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrrga/2025/v8i1169
Caroli disease is a congenital disorder characterized by multifocal, segmental dilatation or ectasia of large intrahepatic bile ducts. The disease develops due to a remodeling defect, but its molecular pathogenesis is not fully understood. The absence of specific symptoms and sig...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrrga/2025/v8i1168
Dharanindra Moturu, Sri Venkata Pavaneswar Velineni, V Dinesh Kumar Gontla, Supriya Rayana, Ramesh Yelanati, Kavya Sruthi Grandhi, Naga Suvarna Maddu, Shaik Mohammad Noor & Kalikrishna Varaprasad Movva·Asian Journal of Research and Reports in Gastroenterology·2025
Management of the open abdomen in a resource-limited settings is challenging but essential, especially in abdominal sepsis and trauma, where timely fascial closure significantly impacts outcomes. We present the case of a 52-year-old morbidly obese female diagnosed with mesenteric...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrrga/2025/v8i1167
Background: Foreign body ingestion, whether accidental or intentional, is a common occurrence and the second most frequent indication for emergency endoscopy. Symptoms can vary significantly depending on the patient, the type of foreign body, and its location, ranging from no cli...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrrga/2025/v8i1165