Constricting colonic lipoma causing acute intestinal obstruction.

Abstract

Colon lipomas are rare benign, nonepithelial tumors that are often asymptomatic. However, when symptoms do occur, they vary depending on the size and location of the lipoma and are generally nonspecific. Diagnosis is confirmed through histopathological analysis. Lipomas smaller than 2.5 cm can typically be observed without intervention, but larger or symptomatic lipomas require resection, which can be performed endoscopically or surgically. This case presents a rare phenomenon of synchronous left colonic lipoma leading to intestinal obstruction. Despite their benign nature, colonic lipomas can sometimes mimic malignant lesions, making histopathological analysis crucial for confirming the diagnosis.