Solitary Rectal Ulcer Syndrome: Uncommon Cause of Rectal Bleeding in Children

Authors

  • Sudhamshu KC Liver Unit, National Academy of Medical Sciences, Kathmandu
  • D Sharma Liver Unit, National Academy of Medical Sciences, Kathmandu
  • B Bashnet Liver Unit, National Academy of Medical Sciences, Kathmandu
  • AK Mishra Liver Unit, National Academy of Medical Sciences, Kathmandu

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.31729/jnma.167

Abstract

Rectal polyp and hemorrhoids are common causes of bleeding per rectum in pediatric age group.
However, there are some other causes which should be considered in differential diagnosis. We have
acquainted a case of rectal bleeding due to solitary rectal ulcer in a child of 10 year. Colonoscopic
examination was required for diagnosis as proctoscopic examination and digital rectal examination
missed the diagnosis, probably due to poor co-operation by the patient and rare nature of the disease.
Although well recognized in the adult population, the pediatric experience with this condition is
limited.

Key word: children, rectal bleeding, solitary rectal ulcer

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Published

2008-10-01

How to Cite

KC, S., Sharma, D., Bashnet, B., & Mishra, A. (2008). Solitary Rectal Ulcer Syndrome: Uncommon Cause of Rectal Bleeding in Children. Journal of Nepal Medical Association, 47(172). https://doi.org/10.31729/jnma.167

Issue

Vol. 47 No. 172 (2008)

Section

Case Reports

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