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A granular cell tumor: an unusual colon polyp
Tiago Leal1, Sofia Carvalho2, Juliana M Costa3
1Gastrenterologia, Hospital de Braga, Portugal.
Revista Espanola De Enfermedades Digestivas
|December 19, 2018
Summary
A rare granular cell tumour (GCT) was found in the cecum and successfully removed using an endoscopic procedure. This case highlights alternative endoscopic resection methods for GCTs in the gastrointestinal tract.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Surgical Oncology
- Pathology
Background:
- Granular cell tumours (GCTs) are uncommon neoplasms of neural crest origin.
- While typically found in the head and neck, GCTs can occur throughout the gastrointestinal tract.
- Endoscopic resection is a viable treatment option for select gastrointestinal GCTs.
Observation:
- A case of a GCT located in the cecum is presented.
- The tumour was successfully resected using an endoscopic approach.
- This contrasts with a previously reported rectal GCT managed with band ligation-assisted mucosectomy.
Findings:
- The cecal GCT was completely removed via endoscopic resection.
- The procedure demonstrated the feasibility of endoscopic management for GCTs in different colonic locations.
- Histopathological confirmation of GCT was obtained.
Implications:
- This case expands the understanding of endoscopic management strategies for gastrointestinal GCTs.
- It suggests that varied endoscopic techniques can be employed based on tumour location and characteristics.
- Further research into optimal endoscopic resection techniques for GCTs is warranted.
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