Duodenal Tumor Presenting With Persistent Vomiting: Diagnostic and Therapeutic Challenges

TL;DR

A rare case of a duodenal tumor with vomiting and weight loss is presented, emphasizing diagnostic difficulties and the need for early detection.

Contribution

This case report highlights the challenges in diagnosing and managing duodenal tumors with gastrointestinal obstruction.

Findings

Duodenal tumors often present with nonspecific symptoms, leading to delayed diagnosis.

The case involved a 40-year-old patient with a duodenal mass, liver metastases, and gastrointestinal obstruction.

Early diagnosis and interdisciplinary care are crucial for managing this rare condition.

Abstract

Duodenal tumors are rare neoplasms of the small intestine, often diagnosed at an advanced stage due to nonspecific clinical presentation and diagnostic challenges. We present the case of a 40-year-old patient hospitalized for vomiting, abdominal pain, and unintentional weight loss. During hospitalization, a duodenal mass was diagnosed, along with multiple liver metastases and associated gastrointestinal obstruction. This report discusses the epidemiology, pathogenesis, classification, clinical presentation, diagnostic methods, and therapeutic strategies for duodenal tumors, with particular emphasis on progressive intestinal obstruction and the need for appropriate nutritional interventions. This case highlights the importance of early diagnosis and an interdisciplinary approach in managing this rare disease.

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