To report a rare case of Cronkhite-Canada syndrome (CCS) associated with sigmoid colon cancer and early esophageal cancer.
Approach:
Key Findings:
CCS was diagnosed simultaneously with sigmoid colon cancer and early esophageal cancer.
Postoperative symptoms such as diarrhea, hair loss, and malnutrition improved.
Gastric-duodenal and colonic polyp-like lesions were reduced after treatment.
Interpretation:
This case highlights the rarity of simultaneous occurrence of colon and early esophageal cancers in patients with CCS and emphasizes the importance of understanding the disease for better management.
Limitations:
The case is based on a single patient, limiting generalizability.
Long-term outcomes of untreated early esophageal cancer are not well-documented.
Conclusion:
The report aims to enhance understanding of CCS and its associated cancers, advocating for improved diagnosis and treatment strategies.
Patients with impaired color perception may be less likely to recognize blood in urine, potentially delaying diagnosis of cancers that rely on visible bleeding as an early warning sign.
