[Analysis of clinical and endoscopic characteristics of colorectal polyps in children]

F F Wang1, Y Fang1, X X Ren1

  • 1Department of Gastroenterology, Xi' an Children' s Hospital, Xi'an 710003, China.

Insights

Colorectal polyps in children are common, especially in those aged 1-4 years, with hematochezia as the primary symptom. Standardized endoscopic treatment and follow-up monitoring are crucial for managing pediatric colorectal polyps.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Gastroenterology
  • Endoscopic Surgery
  • Clinical Pathology

Background:

  • Colorectal polyps in children present unique clinical and endoscopic challenges.
  • Understanding their detection rates, demographics, and treatment outcomes is essential for effective management.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze the clinical and endoscopic characteristics of colorectal polyps in children.
  • To determine the detection rate, age and gender distribution, endoscopic treatment efficacy, and follow-up of pediatric colorectal polyps.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective analysis of 724 pediatric colonoscopies performed between January 2019 and December 2019.
  • Patients were stratified into five age groups (0-18 years).
  • Statistical analysis included independent sample t-tests and Pearson Chi-square tests.

Main Results:

  • A colorectal polyp detection rate of 22.10% was observed in 160 diagnosed cases.
  • The highest incidence was in the 1-4 year age group (41.14%), with hematochezia as the predominant symptom (87.5%).
  • Juvenile polyps were the most common type (88.13%), and endoscopic mucosal resection was effective for polyps ≥0.5 cm.

Conclusions:

  • Colorectal polyps are frequently detected in young children (1-4 years), often presenting with hematochezia.
  • Standardized endoscopic treatment and vigilant follow-up are vital for optimal outcomes in pediatric patients.
  • No significant gender-based difference in detection rates was found.

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