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How common are cyst in the small intestines?

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Dr. Gerald Mandell answered

Specializes in Nuclear Medicine

Uncommon : Duplication cysts occur in small intestine more commonly in jejunum and ileum (45% of intestinal duplications) and are in tubular and cystic forms.These cysts are uncommon.Symptoms include abdominal distention, vomiting, bleeding, & a palpable abdominal mass. Complications include perforation, intussusception, & bowel obstruction.

Answered 5/30/2013

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