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ArticleCase reports in gastrointestinal medicine2025

Rare Case of Duodenal Metastasis From Colon Cancer: Review of Literature and Insights on Novel Therapies.

Ammar Ismail, William K B Boateng, Amira Alnakeb, Youssef Botros, Allan L Cruz

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Article in Case reports in gastrointestinal medicine, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 2 papers.

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5 authors.

Ammar IsmailJersey City Medical Center, Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, Jersey City, New Jersey, USA.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0008-9959-3470
William K B BoatengJersey City Medical Center, Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, Jersey City, New Jersey, USA.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0008-1572-6847
Amira AlnakebFaculty of Medicine, Mansoura University, Mansoura, Egypt.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0003-3496-6460
Youssef BotrosJersey City Medical Center, Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, Jersey City, New Jersey, USA.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4485-1547
Allan L CruzJersey City Medical Center, Rutgers New Jersey Medical School, Jersey City, New Jersey, USA.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Metastasis to the duodenum from colorectal cancer is exceptionally rare and presents significant diagnostic and therapeutic challenges. We describe a 68-year-old female with right colon adenocarcinoma, who developed a duodenal metastasis despite treatment with FOLFOX chemotherapy. Transition to FOLFIRI yielded limited success, emphasizing the need for innovative approaches. Genetic analysis revealed a KRAS G12D mutation, for which targeted therapies are not yet approved. Immunohistochemistry confirmed the gastrointestinal origin of the duodenal mass. Literature indicates that surgical resection can offer curative potential in select cases, although it was not viable here. Emerging KRAS-targeted agents, such as MRTX1133, represent promising options for addressing this mutation. This case underscores the challenges of managing rare metastatic patterns, the potential of personalized therapies, and the necessity for further research into innovative treatments for advanced colorectal cancer. It highlights the importance of developing targeted strategies to improve outcomes for patients with such complex metastatic diseases.

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