[Simultaneous and independent multifocal neoplasms of the large intestine]

The Authors report the presence of two simultaneous neoplasms of the large bowel which are independent of each other from the histological point of view. The Authors point out the more interesting aspects of this particular neoplastic pathology, which creates different clinical syndromes; diagnosis and therapeutic possibilities were investigated. The frequency of these neoplasms is not exceptional, and, therefore, the possible existence even in subjects having a single tumor of the colon or rectum should not be neglected.