Juvenile polyposis syndrome affecting the stomach: A case report
2008
Case Report of Massive Gastric Polyposis in Juvenile Polyposis Syndrome
Sample size: 1
publication
Evidence: low
Author Information
Author(s): Kelly Steven, Dwerryhouse Simon, Safranek Peter, Hardwick Richard
Primary Institution: Cambridge Oesophagogastric surgery centre, Addenbrookes hospital, Cambridge, UK
Conclusion
Massive gastric polyposis is an uncommon manifestation of juvenile polyposis syndrome.
Supporting Evidence
- The patient had a strong family history of gastrointestinal malignancy.
- Histology confirmed massive gastric juvenile polyposis.
- The patient had previously undergone surgery for a large intussuscepting jejunal juvenile polyp.
Takeaway
A man with a rare condition had many polyps in his stomach, which made him very sick, and he needed surgery to remove his stomach.
Methodology
The patient underwent endoscopic polypectomy followed by a total gastrectomy due to worsening symptoms.
Limitations
Genetic mutational analysis was not performed.
Participant Demographics
A 51-year-old man with a family history of gastrointestinal malignancy.
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