Rectal Hematoma Mimicking as a Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor: An Atypical Endoscopic Ultrasound Finding
Mathew Thomas,
Amrendra Mandal,
Amanda Eisinger
et al.
Abstract:Acute gastrointestinal bleeding (GIB) represents a frequently encountered condition that prompts individuals to seek urgent medical attention at the emergency department, often leading to subsequent hospitalization. GIB can range from self-limited bleeding to hemorrhagic shock. Multiple etiologies contribute to the occurrence of GIB. In this report, we present the case of an 84-year-old male with multiple medical comorbidities admitted with hemodynamically stable lower GIB. Colonoscopy demonstrated a submucosa… Show more
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