Abstract
This case study is the ninth case reported since the last large series in 2003. Before establishing the diagnosis of cap polyposis, 4 of the 9 patients were initially diagnosed with ulcerative colitis and 1 patient was diagnosed with mucosal prolapse syndrome. Upon treatment, 4 of the 9 patients were treated for H. pylori infection, which resulted in the eradication of their gastritis and polyps. Resolution of cap polyposis was experienced after infliximab (Remicade, Centocor) in 1 patient, polypectomy in another patient, and total colectomy in a third patient; a fourth patient experienced complete resolution without any treatment. Many researchers attribute cap polyposis to mucosal prolapse syndrome; however, the exact mechanism of the underlying cause and the appropriate treatment strategy have not yet been elucidated.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 415-420 |
Number of pages | 6 |
Journal | Gastroenterology and Hepatology |
Volume | 7 |
Issue number | 6 |
State | Published - Jun 2011 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Hepatology
- Gastroenterology