A rare case of multi-lobed lipoma in upper esophagus

Abstract

Lipomas are benign, slow growing tumors of adipocytes. They present as soft and painless masses. They can be present anywhere in the body. Esophageal lipomas are very rare. If present, they are usually small and are located in the cervical region of esophagus. We present and discuss a case of a 47 years old male patient diagnosed with bilobed lipoma of upper esophagus, its radiological and operative findings. Surgical resection of the lipoma was performed. No recurrence occurred during the one year of follow up. Timely diagnosis and treatment play a crucial role in management of surgical patients.