An Unusual Case of a Gastric Xanthoma: A Case Report.

Authors :: Greenberg MR
Shah S
Source :: Cureus [Cureus] 2022 May 15; Vol. 14 (5), pp. e25026. Date of Electronic Publication: 2022 May 15 (Print Publication: 2022).
Publication Year :: 2022
Abstract: Gastric xanthomas are rare tumor-like lesions, most commonly occurring in the antral region. We set out to describe a patient with a history of Barrett's esophagus status post two radiofrequency ablations (RFAs) and an endoscopic mucosal resection (EMR) who developed a gastric xanthoma just below the Z-line with recurrent esophageal metaplasia. Histopathological confirmation of xanthomas are needed to rule out malignancy. While gastric xanthomas themselves are benign conditions, regular follow-up is recommended if there is a high index of suspicion of malignancy or alarming symptoms develop.<br />Competing Interests: The authors have declared that no competing interests exist.<br /> (Copyright © 2022, Greenberg et al.)