Asian Journal of Case Reports in Surgery

Abdominal Cocoon, a Surgical Challenge: A Report of 6 Cases

S. N. Jatal *

Jatal Hospital and Research Centre, Latur, India.

Sudhir Jatal

Jatal Hospital and Research Centre, Latur, Tata Hospital, Mumbai, India.

Supriya Jatal

MGM Hospital & College, Navi Mumbai, India.

*Author to whom correspondence should be addressed.

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Abstract

Abdominal Cocoon is an uncommon cause of intestinal obstruction characterized by the complete or partial encapsulation of the small bowel due to the formation of a fibro-collagenous membrane. This condition is predominantly observed in young adolescent girls. It is also known by various terms such as Peritoneal Fibrosis, Peritoneal Sclerosis, Calcified Peritonitis, Encapsulating Peritoneal Sclerosis, or Sclerosing Encapsulated Peritonitis. Abdominal Cocoon can be categorized into two distinct entities:

1. Idiopathic or Primary Sclerosing Encapsulating Peritonitis.
2. Secondary Sclerosing Encapsulating Peritonitis, which is the more common type.

Keywords: Abdominal cocoon, intestinal obstruction

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