Filiform polyposis in a child with Crohn's disease

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S Balachandran, C K Hayden, L E Swischuk

    Pediatric Radiology
    |January 1, 1984
    PubMed

    Insights

    Radiographs revealed filiform polyps in a child with granulomatous colitis, a condition typically seen in adults. Recognizing these benign colonic mucosal projections is crucial for accurate diagnosis.

    Area of Science:

    • Pediatric Gastroenterology
    • Radiology
    • Colorectal Diseases

    Background:

    • Granulomatous colitis is an inflammatory bowel disease.
    • Filiform polyps are slender projections of colonic mucosa and submucosa.
    • Previous literature primarily documented filiform polyps in adult patients.

    Observation:

    • Radiographic evidence of filiform polyps was observed in a seven-year-old child.
    • The child presented with symptoms of granulomatous colitis.

    Findings:

    • Filiform polyps demonstrated a characteristic radiographic appearance on barium enema.
    • This case represents an unusual presentation of filiform polyps in a pediatric patient.

    Implications:

    • Highlights the importance of considering filiform polyps in pediatric granulomatous colitis diagnoses.
    • Emphasizes the benign nature of filiform polyps, potentially reducing unnecessary invasive procedures.
    • Contributes to the understanding of the radiographic presentation of filiform polyps across different age groups.

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