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World J Gastroenterol. Apr 28, 2014; 20(16): 4822-4826
Published online Apr 28, 2014. doi: 10.3748/wjg.v20.i16.4822
Published online Apr 28, 2014. doi: 10.3748/wjg.v20.i16.4822
Solitary Peutz-Jeghers-type appendiceal hamartomatous polyp growing into the terminal ileum
Chang In Choi, Dae Hwan Kim, Tae Yong Jeon, Dong Heon Kim, Department of Surgery, Medical Research Institute, Pusan National University Hospital, Seo-Gu, Busan 602-739, South Korea
Na Ri Shin, Do Youn Park, Department of Pathology, Medical Research Institute, Pusan National University Hospital, Seo-Gu, Busan 602-739, South Korea
Author contributions: Choi CI designed the report; Choi CI and Kim DH were attending doctors for the patient; Choi CI performed the surgery; Shin NR and Park DY performed the pathological examinations; Kim DH, Jeon TY and Kim DH organized the report; Choi CI wrote paper.
Supported by A 2-Year Research Grant of Pusan National University
Correspondence to: Dae Hwan Kim, MD, PhD, Department of Surgery, Pusan National University Hospital, 179 Gudeok-Ro, Seo-Gu, Busan 602-739, South Korea. dh2-kim@hanmail.net
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Received: November 26, 2013
Revised: December 31, 2013
Accepted: January 20, 2014
Published online: April 28, 2014
Revised: December 31, 2013
Accepted: January 20, 2014
Published online: April 28, 2014
Core Tip
Core tip: Intussusception arising from various leading points can cause intestinal obstruction. We experienced a case of solitary Peutz-Jeghers-type hamartomatous polyp in the appendix. This is an extremely rare condition with an unusual ingrowth characteristic. To the best of our knowledge, ours is the first case of a solitary appendiceal hamartomatous polyp with an ingrowing pattern. Although there are limitations, this case could serve as a reference for diagnostic and management decisions in future similar cases.