Acute Hemorrhagic Rectal Ulcer Syndrome: An Uncommon Cause of Exsanguinating Hematochezia

Authors

  • Anu Jacob Department of Anesthesiology, Chazhikattu Hospitals Private Limited, Idukki, Kerala, India
  • George Sarin Zacharia Department of Gastroenterology, Chazhikattu Hospitals Private Limited, Idukki, Kerala, India

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.31344/ijhhs.v9i2.824

Keywords:

Acute hemorrhagic rectal ulcer syndrome, hematochezia, rectal bleeding, rectal ulcer

Abstract

Acute hemorrhagic rectal ulcer syndrome (AHRUS) is a seldom-seen source of substantial, painless rectal bleeding, typically found in elderly individuals who frequently have multiple concurrent health conditions. The precise underlying causes of this condition remain elusive, as do the most effective treatment approaches. This report presents a case involving an elderly male who experienced profuse rectal bleeding, was diagnosed with AHRUS, and successfully managed through endoscopic intervention. This case report underscores the challenges in diagnosing AHRUS and highlights the importance of considering this syndrome in elderly patients with painless, massive rectal bleeding after excluding other potential causes.

International Journal of Human and Health Sciences Vol. 09 No. 02 Apr’25 Page: 131-133      

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Published

2025-06-02

How to Cite

Jacob, A., & Zacharia, G. S. (2025). Acute Hemorrhagic Rectal Ulcer Syndrome: An Uncommon Cause of Exsanguinating Hematochezia. International Journal of Human and Health Sciences (IJHHS), 9(2), 131–133. https://doi.org/10.31344/ijhhs.v9i2.824

Issue

Vol. 9 No. 2 (2025)

Section

Case Report

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