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Peutz-Jeghers Syndrome: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

Peutz-Jeghers syndrome is an inherited disorder characterized by the appearance of polyps of the gastrointestinal tract and pigmented spots. The polyps can cause complications such as bleeding, intestinal obstruction, or intussusception. Affected individuals have an increased risk of cancer. What is Peutz-Jeghers syndrome? Peutz-Jeghers syndrome is a disorder in which numerous polyps of the gastrointestinal … Peutz-Jeghers Syndrome: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

Benign Tumor: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

A benign tumor is a tumor that does not meet the criteria for a malignant or a semimalignant tumor. Unlike malignant tumors, benign tumors do not metastasize. What is a benign tumor? Tumor is the term used to describe an increase in tissue. The term neoplasia is used synonymously. Neoplasms are new formations of body … Benign Tumor: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

Jejunostoma: Treatment, Effect & Risks

A jejunostoma (Latin jejunum = “empty intestine” and Greek stoma = “mouth“) refers to a connection created by surgery between the jenunum (upper small intestine) and the abdominal wall for insertion of an intestinal tube to allow etheral (artificial) feeding of the patient. What is the jejunostomy? A jejunostoma refers to a connection created by … Jejunostoma: Treatment, Effect & Risks