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James R Pellegrini1, Jose R Russe1, Rezwan Munshi1
1Internal Medicine, Nassau University Medical Center, East Meadow, USA.
Cureus
|July 16, 2021
Summary
Colonic leiomyomas, rare benign smooth muscle tumors, can occur incidentally. This case suggests endoscopic polypectomy may be a superior, less invasive treatment option compared to surgical excision for these rare colon tumors.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Surgical Oncology
- Gastrointestinal Pathology
Background:
- Leiomyomas are benign smooth muscle cell tumors that can occur in the colon.
- Colonic leiomyomas are exceptionally rare, often discovered incidentally during colonoscopies.
- They are most frequently located in the descending or sigmoid colon.

