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  • Gastroenterology
  • Colorectal Surgery
  • Endoscopic Diagnosis

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  • Inverted colonic diverticula (ICD) are uncommon colonic lesions.
  • ICD typically present as small, polyp-like structures.
  • Accurate differentiation of ICD from adenomatous polyps is crucial for appropriate management.

Observation:

  • A unique case of a significantly large inverted colonic diverticulum was observed.
  • The lesion's size, location, and endoscopic appearance were atypical for a standard ICD.
  • The diverticulum mimicked a large adenomatous pedunculated polyp on initial endoscopic evaluation.

Findings:

  • The presented case is an unusually large inverted colonic diverticulum.
  • Its presentation closely resembled a large adenomatous pedunculated polyp.
  • Histopathological examination confirmed the diagnosis of inverted diverticulum.

Implications:

  • Endoscopic misdiagnosis of inverted colonic diverticula can lead to inappropriate treatment, potentially causing serious complications.
  • Endoscopists must maintain a high index of suspicion for ICD, especially when encountering atypical polypoid lesions in the colon.
  • Careful evaluation and consideration of differential diagnoses are essential for safe and effective colonoscopic practice.