Successful Resection of Gastric Subepithelial Lipoma Using the Bite-on-Bite Approach: Reviving Old Techniques in a Peripheral Hospital

Subepithelial lesions (SELs) are common findings in the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. They are often benign and asymptomatic but can cause symptoms in some cases. The approach to endoscopic management of these lesions depends on various factors, including associated symptoms, location, available equi...

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Published inCurēus (Palo Alto, CA) Vol. 15; no. 6; p. e40151
Main Authors Aydin, Serbulent, Elgamal, Mohamed, Aydin, Yucel
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published United States Cureus Inc 08.06.2023
Cureus
Subjects
Asymptomatic
Biopsy
Case reports
Cold
Endoscopy
Fibroids
Gastroenterology
Hospitals
Tumors
United States > US
endoscopic mucosal resection
endoscopy
submucosal lesions
dyspepsia
lipoma
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Summary:Subepithelial lesions (SELs) are common findings in the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. They are often benign and asymptomatic but can cause symptoms in some cases. The approach to endoscopic management of these lesions depends on various factors, including associated symptoms, location, available equipment, and operator expertise. In this case report, we present a 50-year-old male with long-standing dyspepsia who was found to have a submucosal lesion in the stomach. The lesion was successfully treated using the bite-on-bite method with cold biopsy forceps. This report aims to discuss gastric subepithelial lesions and current management options, and highlight an old technique for endoscopists in the era of advanced endoscopy.
ISSN:2168-8184
2168-8184
DOI:10.7759/cureus.40151