Disappearance of duodenal polyps in Gardner's syndrome with sulindac therapy

Am J Gastroenterol. 1993 Jan;88(1):93-4.

Abstract

Duodenal polyps with a malignant potential pose a serious threat to Gardner's patients. Several reports have shown regression or disappearance of colonic polyps with sulindac therapy. We report the first case of disappearance of duodenal polyps with sulindac.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Duodenal Neoplasms / drug therapy*
  • Gardner Syndrome / drug therapy*
  • Humans
  • Intestinal Polyps / drug therapy*
  • Male
  • Recurrence
  • Remission Induction
  • Sulindac / therapeutic use*

Substances

  • Sulindac