Case Presentation Map syndrome (MYH Associated Polyposis) colorectal cancer, etiopathological connections
2011

Case Report on MAP Syndrome and Colorectal Cancer

Sample size: 1 publication Evidence: low

Author Information

Author(s): Bolocan A, Ion D, Stoian RV, Serban MB

Primary Institution: University Emergency Hospital Bucharest; Ⅲ'rd General Emergency Surgery Clinic, Bucharest

Hypothesis

This paper presents a case report of MAP syndrome defined on clinical criteria.

Conclusion

The case highlights the rarity of MAP syndrome and the challenges in diagnosing it, especially in patients with a history of colorectal cancer.

Supporting Evidence

  • MAP syndrome was discovered in 2002 and is the first hereditary syndrome with autosomal recessive transmission.
  • The patient had multiple surgeries for colon cancer and polyps over several years.
  • Family history included two brothers with colonic polyposis and cancer.

Takeaway

This study talks about a woman who had multiple surgeries for colon cancer and polyps, showing how rare and tricky it can be to diagnose a specific genetic condition called MAP syndrome.

Methodology

The case report details the patient's medical history, surgeries, and genetic considerations related to MAP syndrome.

Potential Biases

The rarity of MAP syndrome may lead to misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis.

Limitations

The diagnosis of MAP syndrome is often made late, and there is a lack of initial colon exploration data.

Participant Demographics

The patient is a 59-year-old female with a family history of colorectal cancer.

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