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A gastric diverticulum was misdiagnosed as a left adrenal lesion in a 39-year-old woman. This case highlights the importance of considering rare diagnoses in abdominal imaging interpretation.

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Area of Science:

Gastroenterology
Radiology
Endocrinology

Background:

Gastric diverticula are rare outpouchings of the stomach wall.
Adrenal lesions can present as incidental findings on imaging.
Accurate diagnosis is crucial for appropriate patient management.

Observation:

A 39-year-old woman presented with symptoms leading to computed tomography (CT) imaging.
CT scans revealed a lesion initially interpreted as a left adrenal mass.
Further investigation identified the lesion as a gastric diverticulum.

Findings:

Misinterpretation of a gastric diverticulum as an adrenal lesion can occur.
CT imaging characteristics can sometimes be misleading for gastric diverticula.
Definitive diagnosis required further evaluation beyond initial CT interpretation.

Implications:

Radiologists and clinicians should consider gastric diverticula in the differential diagnosis of upper abdominal lesions.
Advanced imaging techniques or endoscopic evaluation may be necessary for accurate diagnosis.
Awareness of this diagnostic pitfall can prevent unnecessary adrenal investigations and guide appropriate gastrointestinal workup.