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A remarkable intestinal lipoma case.
Safak Kiziltaş1, Elif Yorulmaz, Bülent Bilir
1Department of Gastroenterology, Göztepe Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey.
Summary
A rare jejunal submucosal lipoma caused obstruction and anemia in a patient. Benign small intestine tumors like lipomas are crucial considerations for clinical ileus and anemia diagnosis.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Surgical Pathology
Background:
- Iron deficiency anemia and subileus are common clinical presentations.
- Small intestine tumors are rare but can present with significant symptoms.
Observation:
- A 37-year-old female presented with a three-year history of iron deficiency anemia and subileus.
- Enteroclysis revealed a jejunal obstruction caused by a polypoid mass, identified as a submucosal lipoma post-resection.
Findings:
- Submucosal lipomas, though benign, can lead to intestinal obstruction.
- Histopathological examination confirmed the diagnosis of submucosal lipoma.
Implications:
- Small intestine benign tumors, including lipomas, must be considered in the differential diagnosis of unexplained anemia and clinical ileus.
- Early consideration of these benign tumors can prevent diagnostic delays and guide appropriate surgical intervention.