A Rare Case of Benign Esophageal Schwannoma

TL;DR

This paper presents a rare case of a non-cancerous esophageal tumor initially mistaken for lymphoma, emphasizing diagnostic challenges and the tumor's rarity.

Contribution

The first documented case of esophageal schwannoma in the country, offering insights into its diagnostic and surgical management.

Findings

The case was initially misdiagnosed as lymphoma, highlighting the difficulty in identifying schwannomas.

Interdisciplinary management was crucial for accurate diagnosis and treatment.

Abstract

Esophageal schwannomas are rare, typically benign tumors arising from nerve sheath cells. Due to their low incidence, existing knowledge is largely based on individual case reports, limiting comprehensive understanding of their clinical behavior and optimal management. This case highlights diagnostic and surgical considerations in a 32-year-old male initially diagnosed with lymphoma. It is the first documented case in the country, further consolidating the rarity of the condition and illustrating diagnostic complexities through interdisciplinary management.

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