<b><i>Introduction:</i></b> Hyperplastic polyps represent 30–93% of all gastric epithelial polyps. They are generally detected as innocuous incidental findings; however, they have a risk of neoplastic transformation and recurrence. Frequency and risk factors for neoplastic transformation and recurrence are not well established and are fields of ongoing interest. This study aims to evaluate the frequency of and identify the risk factors for recurrence and neoplastic change of gastric hyperplastic polyps (GHP). <b><i>Methods:</i></b> A single-centre retrospective cohort study including consecutive patients who underwent endoscopic resection of GHP from January 2009 to June 2020. Demographic, endoscopic, and histopathologic data was retrieved from the electronic medical records. <b><i>Results:</i></b> A total of 195 patients were included (56% women; median age 67 [35–87] years). The median size of GHP was 10 (3–50) mm, 62% (<i>n</i> = 120) were sessile, 61% (<i>n</i> = 119) were located in the antrum, and 36% (<i>n</i> = 71) had synchronous lesions. Recurrence rate after endoscopic resection was 23% (<i>n</i> = 26). In multivariate analysis, antrum location was the only risk factor for recurrence (odds ratio [OR] 3.0; 95% confidence interval [CI] 1.1–8.1). Overall, 5.1% (<i>n</i> = 10) GHP showed neoplastic transformation, with low-grade dysplasia in 5, high-grade dysplasia in 4, and adenocarcinoma in 1. In multivariate analysis, a size &#x3e;25 mm (OR 84; 95% CI 7.4–954) and the presence of intestinal metaplasia (OR 7.6; 95% CI 1.0–55) and dysplasia (OR 86; 95% CI 10–741) in adjacent mucosa were associated with an increased risk of neoplastic transformation. Recurrence was not associated with neoplastic transformation (OR 1.1; 95% CI 0.2–5.9). <b><i>Discussion:</i></b> Our results confirmed the risk of recurrence and neoplastic transformation of GHP. Antrum location was a predictor of recurrence. The risk of neoplastic change was increased in large lesions and with intestinal metaplasia and dysplasia in adjacent mucosa. More frequent endoscopic surveillance may be required in these subgroups of GHP.

Background and aims: Current guidelines suggest that routine biopsy of post-endoscopic mucosal resection (EMR) scars can be abandoned, provided that a standardized imaging protocol with virtual chromoendoscopy is used. However, few studies have examined the accuracy of advanced endoscopic imaging, such as Narrow Band Imaging (NBI) versus White Light Endoscopy (WLE) to predict histological recurrence. We aimed to assess whether NBI accuracy is superior to WLE and whether one or both techniques can replace biopsies. Patients and methods: Multicentre, randomized, patient-blinded, crossover trial, with consecutive patients undergoing the first colonoscopy after EMR of lesions ≥20mm. Computer-generated randomization and opaque envelope concealed allocation. Patients were randomly assigned to scar examination with NBI followed by WLE (NBI+WLE), or WLE followed by NBI (WLE+NBI). Histology was the reference method, with biopsies being performed in all tissues, either or not showing recurrence. Results: The study included 203 scars, 103 in group NBI+WLE and 100 in group WLE+NBI. Recurrence was confirmed histologically in 29.6% of the scars. The diagnostic accuracy of NBI was not statistically different from WLE 95% (95%CI, 92%-98%) vs. 94% (95%CI, 90%-97%); P=0.48). When assessing NBI vs. WLE, the negative predictive values were (NPV) 96% (95% CI, 93%-99%) vs. 93% (95% CI, 89%-97%), not reaching statistically significance (P=0.06). Conclusions: The accuracy of NBI for the diagnosis of recurrence was not superior to that of WLE. Endoscopic assessment of EMR scars with WLE and NBI achieved a NPV that precludes routine biopsy in cases of negative optical diagnosis.

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<b><i>Introduction:</i></b> Colonic lipomas are common mesenchymal tumours. They are usually asymptomatic and incidentally diagnosed during endoscopic or radiological examinations. Taking into account their typical endoscopic and radiological features and benign nature, tissue sampling, resection or follow-up are generally not required. <b><i>Case Report:</i></b> A 61-year-old woman with poor surgical fitness presented with colonic subocclusion and lower gastrointestinal bleeding. A colonoscopy performed 1 month earlier showed a large polypoid lesion with necrotic and ulcerated areas occupying the lumen of the proximal ascending colon with inconclusive histology. An abdominopelvic computed tomography scan with intravenous contrast was done revealing a cecal-colonic intussusception of a heterogeneous mass. The patient was successfully managed conservatively. A delayed revision colonoscopy showed a significantly smaller atypical subepithelial lesion with no necrosis or ulceration. A single, large and deep incision with a pre-cut needle-knife® allowed the direct collection of lesion tissue using standard biopsy forceps through the so-called single-incision needle-knife® (SINK) biopsy technique. Histological examination was compatible with submucosal lipoma. After 18 months of follow-up, the patient remains asymptomatic. <b><i>Discussion/Conclusion:</i></b> Colonic lipoma complications are rare and can lead to misdiagnosis; in general, they are surgically managed. A conservative approach and a minimally invasive endoscopic procedure allowed a definite diagnosis avoiding the morbidity and mortality of a major surgical intervention in a high-risk patient.

due to porto-biliary fistula complicating endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography after a recent liver transplantation. Rev Esp Enferm Dig 2022.