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Esophageal blue nevus: an isolated endoscopic finding
1Department of Pathology, Rm. 313, Clinical Pathology Building, Queen Mary Hospital, Hong Kong, SAR. akylam@hkucc.hku.hk
Head & Neck
|May 22, 2001
Summary
This is the first reported case of a blue nevus in the esophagus. This rare esophageal lesion was identified during an endoscopic examination in a 58-year-old woman.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Pathology
- Oncology
Background:
- Blue nevus is a rare melanocytic tumor typically found in the skin.
- Extracutaneous blue nevus occurrences are infrequent, with no prior reports in the esophagus.
Observation:
- A case of esophageal blue nevus in a 58-year-old Chinese woman is presented.
- Endoscopic examination revealed linear patches of bluish pigmentation in the esophagus.
Findings:
- The esophageal blue nevus was diagnosed based on its characteristic appearance.
- The patient remained asymptomatic three years post-endoscopic examination.
Implications:
- This case expands the known locations for blue nevus.
- Understanding the clinicopathologic features of esophageal blue nevi is crucial for accurate diagnosis and management.