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D O Whittle¹, M G Lee, B Hanchard

¹Department of Medicine, The University of the West Indies, Kingston 7, Jamaica, West Indies.

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Juvenile polyposis syndrome (JPS) is a rare condition causing multiple gastrointestinal polyps, increasing cancer risk in young individuals. Early recognition in patients with rectal bleeding is crucial for timely management.

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Area of Science:

Gastroenterology
Clinical Medicine
Genetics

Background:

Juvenile polyposis syndrome (JPS) is a rare hamartomatous polyposis condition.
It is characterized by the development of multiple juvenile polyps in the gastrointestinal tract, predominantly the colon.
JPS is associated with an increased risk of colorectal and upper gastrointestinal cancers at a young age.

Observation:

A case of a 21-year-old male presenting with a two-year history of intermittent rectal bleeding and anal protrusion is described.
Colonoscopy revealed multiple pedunculated, cherry-red polyps, primarily located in the left colon.
Histopathological examination confirmed the presence of juvenile polyps.

Findings:

The case highlights the presentation of Juvenile Polyposis Syndrome in a young adult.
The findings underscore the importance of considering JPS in young patients experiencing colonic symptoms, particularly rectal bleeding.
Distinguishing JPS from isolated hamartomatous juvenile polyps is critical for appropriate patient management.

Implications:

Early diagnosis of JPS is essential for proactive cancer surveillance and management.
This case emphasizes the need for increased awareness of JPS among clinicians treating young patients with gastrointestinal bleeding.
Timely intervention based on accurate diagnosis can mitigate the risk of malignant transformation associated with JPS.