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Multiple rectal carcinoids: a case report

G B Winburn1

  • 1Department of Surgery, Medical College of Georgia Hospital and Clinics, Augusta 30912-4004, USA.

The American Surgeon
|December 8, 1998
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Rectal carcinoid tumors are rare, usually solitary. This case presents a rare finding of four discrete rectal carcinoids, prompting discussion on treatment strategies for this uncommon anorectal neoplasm.

Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Surgical Oncology
  • Pathology

Background:

  • Rectal carcinoid tumors represent a rare subset of anorectal neoplasms, accounting for approximately 1% of all such tumors.
  • These tumors typically manifest as solitary, submucosal nodules within the rectal wall.
  • Multicentricity, the occurrence of multiple primary tumors, is an infrequent characteristic of rectal carcinoids.

Observation:

  • A unique patient case involving the discovery of four distinct rectal carcinoid tumors is presented.
  • The clinical presentation associated with this multicentric presentation was documented.
  • Diagnostic findings leading to the identification of these discrete lesions were recorded.

Findings:

  • The study details the clinical course and diagnostic findings for a patient with multiple rectal carcinoids.

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  • Treatment modalities considered and implemented for this patient are outlined.
  • The outcomes resulting from the chosen treatment interventions are reported.

    • Implications:

    • The findings underscore the rare possibility of multicentric rectal carcinoid tumors.
    • Discussion highlights the ongoing debate regarding optimal surgical management: aggressive resection versus local excision.
    • This case contributes to understanding the clinical behavior and therapeutic considerations for uncommon rectal neoplasms.