Gastric IgG4-Related Autoimmune Fibrosclerosing Pseudotumour: A Novel Location
2011
First Case of IgG4-Related Autoimmune Fibrosclerosing Pseudotumour in the Stomach
Sample size: 1
publication
Evidence: low
Author Information
Author(s): Katie E. Rollins, Samir P. Mehta, Maria O'Donovan, Peter M. Safranek
Primary Institution: Addenbrooke's Hospital
Conclusion
This case highlights the occurrence of an IgG4-related pseudotumour in the stomach, which can mimic other types of tumors.
Supporting Evidence
- The lesion was initially suspected to be a gastrointestinal stromal tumor based on imaging.
- Histological examination confirmed the diagnosis of an IgG4-related fibrosclerosing pseudotumour.
- The patient made a full recovery after surgery.
Takeaway
A 75-year-old woman had a rare type of tumor in her stomach that looked like another kind of tumor but was actually something different.
Methodology
The patient underwent endoscopy, CT imaging, and laparoscopic resection of the lesion, followed by histological examination.
Limitations
The study is based on a single case report, limiting generalizability.
Participant Demographics
The patient was a 75-year-old woman.
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