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Leiomyomatous colonic polyp

H Björnsdóttir1, J Björnsson, H Gudjónsson

  • 1Department of Medicine, University Hospital, Reykjavik, Iceland.

Digestive Diseases and Sciences
|October 1, 1993
PubMed
Summary

Rare leiomyomatous colonic polyps can occur. This case highlights a submucosal sigmoid colon polyp successfully removed endoscopically, confirmed as a leiomyoma of the muscularis mucosa.

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Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Surgical Pathology

Background:

  • Colonic polyps are common gastrointestinal growths.
  • Leiomyomas are benign tumors of smooth muscle tissue.
  • Submucosal colonic polyps require careful diagnosis and management.

Observation:

  • A 15-mm asymptomatic submucosal polyp was identified in the sigmoid colon.
  • The polyp was located in the muscularis mucosa layer.
  • Endoscopic removal was performed successfully.

Findings:

  • Histopathological examination confirmed the polyp as a leiomyoma.
  • The leiomyoma originated from the muscularis mucosa.

Implications:

  • This case contributes to understanding rare colonic leiomyomas.
  • Endoscopic polypectomy is a viable treatment for such lesions.
  • Accurate histopathological diagnosis is crucial for appropriate patient management.