Abstract
BACKGROUND: Benign Lymphoid polyps are uncommon lesions that were mostly described in the small bowel and in children. Those lesions were occasionally found in the colon. There are only few reported cases in adults in which the lesions were mostly polypoid and described as lymphonodular hyperplasia. We are presenting a case of a large benign lymphoid polyp in the transverse colon of a 64 year-old lady referred to our care for alteration in bowel habit and anemia. Colonoscopy showed a 3 cm (Paris 1p) friable Polyp which was excised in its entity. Histopathology examination revealed prominent lymphoid follicle formation with prominent germinal centers and no signs of malignancy. Benign lymphoid polyp is a rare condition posing a diagnostic challenge as it can be misinterpreted for a malignant lesion. AIMS: The aim is to highlight Benign lymphoid polyp as a rare condition posing a diagnostic challenge as it can be misinterpreted for a malignant lesion. METHODS: Previous case reports for this uncommon condition were reviewed. RESULTS: Intestinal lymphoid hyperplasia is a localised or widespread benign proliferation of lymphoid tissue within the intestinal wall, producing single or multiple lesions. Histopathological examination is required to role out malignancy. we are describing a Large benign lymphoid polyp in the transverse colon of a 64 year-old lady referred to our care for alteration in bowel habit and anemia. Colonoscopy showed a 3 cm (Paris 1p) friable Polyp which was excised in its entity. Histopathology examination revealed prominent lymphoid follicle formation with prominent germinal centers and no signs of malignancy. CONCLUSIONS: Benign lymphoid polyp is a rare condition posing a diagnostic challenge as it can be misinterpreted for a malignant lesion. FUNDING AGENCIES: CCC, None