Brainstem tumor presenting as an upper gut motility disorder
JR Wood, M Camilleri, PA Low, JR Malagelada - Gastroenterology, 1985 - Elsevier
JR Wood, M Camilleri, PA Low, JR Malagelada
Gastroenterology, 1985•ElsevierThis case study of an adult with a medullary glioma documents the potential for brainstem
lesions to present solely with symptoms of abnormal gastrointestinal motor function. The
case illustrates the potential of manometric and scintigraphic techniques in confirming the
presence of organic disease in patients with unexplained vomiting.
lesions to present solely with symptoms of abnormal gastrointestinal motor function. The
case illustrates the potential of manometric and scintigraphic techniques in confirming the
presence of organic disease in patients with unexplained vomiting.
Abstract
This case study of an adult with a medullary glioma documents the potential for brainstem lesions to present solely with symptoms of abnormal gastrointestinal motor function. The case illustrates the potential of manometric and scintigraphic techniques in confirming the presence of organic disease in patients with unexplained vomiting.
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