Adenocarcinoma de Colon

Abstract

In this case of a male patient of 46 years is admitted emergency to present acute abdomen is analyzed. It is operated on performing a laparotomy diagnosed with intraoperative finding of a mass of about ascending colon, hard attached to retroperoitoneo, and liver nodules and macronodular liver which is subjected to histopathological analysis, reaching the diagnosis of colon adenocarcinoma. The early diagnosis of this disease is directly related to life expectancy, which is essential knowledge and proper handling.

The clinical case is presented interactively to achieve greater understanding and interest. Exhaustively analyzed medical history and physical examination performed during hospitalization. Subsequently reviewed generally the clinical presentation of the case, based on the initial diagnosis of acute abdomen patient. a differential diagnosis is based on clinical history and physical examination, laboratory tests, image and patient management. Finally a complete review of Colon Adenocarcinoma is performed.