Endoscopic mucosal resection for cap poliposis treatment

Rev Esp Enferm Dig. 2020 Feb;112(2):155. doi: 10.17235/reed.2020.6537/2019.

Abstract

Cap-polyposis is a rare benign condition characterized by inflammatory colorectal polyps covered by a "cap" of fibrinopurulent exudate. Mucous diarrhea and rectal bleeding are frequent symtoms. It can be difficult to diagnose and it is necessary to make a differential diagnosis from other entities. Its pathogenesis is unknown and it has a variable clinical course. The optimal treatment has not been established.

MeSH terms

  • Colonic Polyps*
  • Endoscopic Mucosal Resection*
  • Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage / etiology
  • Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage / therapy
  • Humans
  • Intestinal Polyposis*
  • Intestinal Polyps
  • Rectum