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Gastric Lipoma Presenting as a Case of Gastric Outlet Obstruction and Anaemia

Journal: International Journal of Surgery & Surgical Techniques (Vol.2, No. 2)

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Page : 1-4

Keywords : Gastric lipoma; Anaemia; Tumours of stomach; Diabetes Mellitus; Mass;

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Abstract

Gastric lipomas are relatively rare tumours. They account for 5% of all GIT lipomas and 3% of all benign tumours of stomach. They are difficult to diagnose since the lipoma is located submucosally and may not be clearly seen on gastroscopy. A fullness of the gastric wall combined with clinical features of gastric outlet obstruction, anaemia due to haematemesis can lead to a suspicion of this condition. CECT scan of the abdomen a nd endoscopic ultrasound are good tools to diagnose this condition accurately. We encountered a case where our patient had features of both unexplained anaemia and gastric outlet obstruction and 3 endoscopies were needed to detect this condition. The patie nt was successfully operated upon and discharged.

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