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Solitary ulcer syndrome of the rectum in children
R Figueroa-Colon1, M K Younoszai, F A Mitros
1Department of Pediatrics, University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Iowa City.
Insights
Solitary ulcer syndrome of the rectum (SUSR) is rare in children. Increased pediatrician and pathologist awareness can improve pediatric diagnosis of this rectal condition.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Gastroenterology
- Colorectal Surgery
- Pathology
Background:
- Solitary ulcer syndrome of the rectum (SUSR) is a recognized condition, primarily documented in adult medical literature.
- Pediatric cases of SUSR are infrequently reported, leading to limited understanding of its presentation in younger populations.
Observation:
- This report details two pediatric patients diagnosed with solitary ulcer syndrome of the rectum.
- The patients were a 7-year-old and an 11-year-old, highlighting the occurrence of SUSR in pre-adolescent and early adolescent age groups.
Findings:
- The study reviews the clinicopathologic characteristics of SUSR, focusing specifically on its manifestations and diagnosis in children.
- Limited pediatric data suggests potential underdiagnosis in this demographic.
Implications:
- Enhanced recognition of SUSR by pediatricians and pathologists is crucial for increasing the diagnosis rate in children.
- Further research into pediatric SUSR may elucidate specific diagnostic criteria and treatment approaches for this age group.
Abstract:
We present two children with solitary ulcer syndrome of the rectum (SUSR): a 7-year-old and an 11-year-old. Although well recognized in the adult literature, the pediatric experience with this condition is limited. We review the clinicopathologic features of SUSR with emphasis on the pediatric experience. Greater awareness of this syndrome by both the pediatrician and pathologist may lead to more diagnosed cases in children.