Colonic varices are rare venous dilatations associated with portal hypertension, often due to hepatic cirrhosis or portal vein obstruction. They can cause lower gastrointestinal bleeding and anemia, with diagnosis primarily made through colonoscopy. This case report presents a 55...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrrga/2025/v8i1166
Mesenteric neuroendocrine tumors (NETs) are generally secondary localizations of small intestine tumors. However, primary mesenteric forms are rare. We report the case of a 75-year-old patient who had been experiencing cholestatic jaundice for a month, along with epigastric pain....
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Research Article10.9734/ajrrga/2025/v8i1164
The coexistence of Crohn’s disease (CrD), celiac disease (CD), and ankylosing spondylitis (AS) is exceptionally rare and poses significant diagnostic and therapeutic challenges. We report the case of a 27-year-old woman with alpha-thalassemia and a nonspecific genetic disorder, w...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrrga/2025/v8i1162
Tuberculosis (TB) remains a significant cause of morbidity and mortality, particularly in immunocompromised patients, due to delayed diagnosis and atypical presentations. Early recognition of extrapulmonary TB in sucj patients is critical for initiating prompt treatment and impro...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrrga/2025/v8i1163
Bolade. S. Olateju, Serah. F. Ige, Ayoade. M. Ololade, Ayejuni. E. Ayomiposi, Oladipo. H. Adebisi, Adegoke. O. Omolara, Oyekan. T. Esther, Oyetunde. I. Temitope, Oladosu. D. Inioluwa & Alagbe. R. Anuoluwapo·Asian Journal of Research and Reports in Gastroenterology·2025
Background: Gastric Ulcer (GU) is a prevalent gastrointestinal disorder caused by an imbalance between aggressive and protective factors in the gastric mucosa. The effectiveness of conventional treatments such as proton pump inhibitors and antibiotics have been limited by their a...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrrga/2025/v8i1161
Aims: To find out dysplasia of Barrett’s esophagus in GERD patient attending the OPD of gastroenterology of BSMMU. Study Design: Bangladesh has a high prevalence of gastro-esophageal reflux disease (GERD). When gastro-esophageal reflux disease occurs, Barrett's esophagus (BE) de...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrrga/2025/v8i1160
The patient presented with symptoms typical of UGIB, including hematemesis and melena. Diagnostic gastroscopy revealed a Dieulafoy's lesion in the gastric fundus. Multiple endoscopies were required for a definitive diagnosis, consistent with the challenging nature of identifying...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrrga/2025/v8i1159
The Budd-Chiari syndrome is a rare and serious complication of Behçet's disease, involving thrombosis of the hepatic veins and/or the intrahepatic or suprahepatic inferior vena cava. It primarily affects young men. We report the case of a 23-year-old patient admitted with Budd-Ch...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrrga/2025/v8i1158
Serah Funke Ige, Oluwaseun Bayode Ademilua, Taiwo Adebayo Ajagbe, Regina Damilola Efunwole, Fiyinfoluwa Helen Ogundipe, Kilan Abdulroheem, Adeola Muslimah Yusuf, Favour Adekunle, Precious Obalalu, Oluwakemi Joseph, Rohimot Adetutu Ogunfuyi & Joy Damilola Bolaji·Asian Journal of Research and Reports in Gastroenterology·2025
Ulcerative colitis (UC) an inflammatory disease, causing damage to the colon lining is intensified by long term exposure to cadmium chloride (CdCl2) resulting in altered barrier and microbial population. Citrus limon has various antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and gut microbial m...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrrga/2025/v8i1157
Dieulafoy ulceration (DU) is a rare cause of digestive hemorrhage. It usually occurs in the upper half of the stomach. Other duodenal, jejunal and even colonic localizations have been described, but are much rarer. We report a case of duodenal Dieulafoy ulceration causing upper G...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrrga/2025/v8i1156
Introduction: Large common bile duct stones often pose therapeutic challenges and frequently require surgical exploration. Though endoscopic techniques are the preferred modality of management, they are often unsuccessful in retrieval of larger stones. Here we describe a case rep...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrrga/2024/v7i1155
Background: Hepatitis B and C viral infections are sexually transmitted and blood borne infections with vertical and horizontal transmission, constituting major global public health threats. While about 254 million people globally are living with hepatitis B and 50 million people...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrrga/2024/v7i1153
Background: Helicobacter pylori infection is one of the most common infections worldwide. Understanding the epidemiology of H. pylori infection is an essential step in the development of appropriate public health measures. Various published and updated management guidelines refle...
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Research Article10.9734/ajrrga/2024/v7i1154
Irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea (IBS-D) is a common gastrointestinal disorder marked by abdominal pain, bloating, and frequent diarrhea. Conventional treatments often provide limited relief, prompting many patients to explore complementary therapies, including curcumin. Cu...
Dharanindra Moturu, Balakrishna Nannapaneni, V Dinesh Kumar Gontla, Supriya Rayana, Mohammad Noor Shaik, Devi Aruna Jyothi Bommareddy, Jahnavi Naga Pavani Pucha & Kali Prasad Movva·Asian Journal of Research and Reports in Gastroenterology·2024
Accidental ingestion or aspiration of foreign bodies during endotracheal intubation is a rare but potentially life-threatening complication. This report highlights the accidental ingestion of a laryngoscope bulb during emergency intubation and its successful management. A 58-year...