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The aim is to present a rare case of lung adenocarcinoma with subsequent intestinal metastasis and treatment outcomes.

February 20, 2026Respirology Case ReportsOpen Access

Adenocarcinoma of the Lung With Metastasis to the Small Intestine: Case Report

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Case report reveals lung adenocarcinoma metastasizing to the small intestine, indicating treatment complexity.

The aim is to present a rare case of lung adenocarcinoma with subsequent intestinal metastasis and treatment outcomes.
Patient diagnosed with lung adenocarcinoma after imaging and blood tests.
Administered chemotherapy and radiotherapy as initial treatment.
Used capsule endoscopy and double-balloon endoscopy for further diagnostics.
Biopsy determined the presence of similar tumor cells in the intestine.
Administered chemo-immunotherapy after modifying clinical stage.
Initial treatment led to worsening anemia after a few days.
Endoscopy revealed multiple ulcers and erosions in the jejunum.
Biopsy confirmed metastatic adenocarcinoma in the small intestine.
Patient's clinical stage changed to IVB and treated successfully.
Patient is currently well post two years of treatment.

Ota et al. (2026) studied this question.

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