title: Histopathological mimicry in mucosal prolapse.
abstract: Mucosal prolapse solitary rectal ulcer syndrome is a condition which has frequently confused both pathologists and surgeons alike. Despite its recognition in the nineteenth century, it continues to be a diagnostic challenge. The significance of correctly diagnosing this condition is that it avoids the morbidity and mortality associated with major surgery or the side-effects of long-term medical treatment. This review considers the histological features of mucosal prolapse and how it may mimic other pathological conditions.
authors.affiliation: Nuffield Department of Surgery, John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford, UK.
authors.forename: B
authors.initials: B
authors.lastname: Singh
authors.forename: N J McC
authors.initials: NJ
authors.lastname: Mortensen
authors.forename: B F
authors.initials: BF
authors.lastname: Warren
mesh_terms: D003937:Diagnosis, Differential; D006801:Humans; D007413:Intestinal Mucosa / Q000473:pathology*; D012005:Rectal Prolapse / Q000150:complications / Q000473:pathology*; D012007:Rectum / Q000473:pathology*; D013577:Syndrome; D014456:Ulcer / Q000150:complications / Q000473:pathology*