Robot-assisted resection of rectal duplication cysts: A case report

Rectal duplication cysts are extremely rare and account for only 4% of all gastrointestinal duplication cysts. They may become difficult for removal in the case of a large tumor in a narrow pelvis. Herein, we report a case of rectal duplication cysts excision via robotic-assisted laparoscopic surgery and its utility.

Magnetic Resonance Imaging in Giant Perianal Epidermoid

Perianal epidermoid cyst is a rare entity and is commonly diagnosed late owing to its slow-growing nature. Imaging plays a vital role in diagnosis and differentiation from other cysts such as dermoid, tailgut, and rectal duplication cysts. Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is the preferred modality as uncomplicated cases show typical signal changes. Diffusion-weighted imaging has a definite additional role. We report a case of a giant perianal epidermoid diagnosed on MRI and successfully managed surgically.

Rare presentation of rectal duplication cyst as perineal hernia in an adult

Rectal duplication cysts are rare congenital anomalies of the gastrointestinal tract. They can present with pain, gastrointestinal bleeding, infection or compressive symptoms on the rectum and urinary bladder. A 79-year-old man presented with a 8×5 cm swelling in the sacral region above the natal cleft with a positive cough impulse. During surgical exploration, there were two cysts with the posterior one presenting as the hernia. The cyst was excised and histopathological examination confirmed a diagnosis of rectal duplication cyst. Rectal duplications can lie anterior or more commonly posterior to the rectum. Differential diagnoses include dermoid cyst, diverticular cyst, sacrococcygeal teratoma or meningocele and endoscopic ultrasound is imaging of choice for diagnosis. Surgical excision is the treatment of choice. This is a rare presentation of a rectal duplication cyst as a perineal hernia with only a handful of cases in literature.

Rectal duplication cyst mimicking rectal prolapse: A case report

Background: Gastrointestinal tract duplications are rare congenital malformations that are benign, presenting usually in childhood. Most common sites include the distal ileum and esophagus. Rectal presentation is quite uncommon and is usually cystic. Case Presentation: This is a case of a 3-year-old boy who came with rectal prolapse. On further examination and imaging investigations, a presacral cyst was located and a diagnosis of rectal duplication was made. The cyst was completely excised by a posterior sagittal approach. Conclusion: Rectal duplication is a rare entity that may simulate a rectal prolapse.

Rectal Duplication Cyst Mimicking Rectal Prolapse

Gastrointestinal tract duplications are rare congenital malformations that are benign, presenting usually in childhood. Most common sites include the distal ileum and oesophagus. Rectal presentation is quite uncommon and is usually cystic. This is a case of a three year old boy who came with rectal prolapse. On further examination and imaging investigations a presacral cyst was located and a diagnosis of rectal duplication was made. The cyst was completely excised by a posterior sagittal approach.