Multiple endoscopic polypectomies for schistosomal polyposis of the colon.
Endoscopic polypectomy alone dramatically reduced bowel frequency and colonic blood-loss in seven patients who had multiple schistosomal polyps which had persisted despite previous medical treatment. The disappearance of hypoproteinaemic leg oedema in five patients was associated with a corresponding rise in serum albumin. Up to 100 polypectomies could be performed during a single endoscopic examination. Multiple endoscopic polypectomy quickly improved the well-being of debilitated patients with schistosomal polyposis.
D000328:Adult; D003110:Colonic Neoplasms / Q000209:etiology / Q000601:surgery*; D004598:Electrosurgery; D004724:Endoscopy / Q000379:methods*; D005336:Fiber Optic Technology; D006801:Humans; D007417:Intestinal Polyps / Q000209:etiology / Q000601:surgery*; D008297:Male; D012552:Schistosomiasis