Benign tumors of the esophagus are rare constituting less than 1% of esophageal neoplasms. Which of the following statement(s) is/are true concerning benign esophageal neoplasms?
A. Most esophageal polyps are located just above the gastroesophageal junction
B. Malignant degeneration of leiomyomas of the esophagus is a frequent occurrence
C. An asymptomatic leiomyoma can be safely observed and followed with periodic barium esophograms and endoscopic ultrasonography
D. Most leiomyomas of the esophagus require esophagectomy
Answer:C
Benign tumors of the esophagus are rare constituting less than 1% of esophageal neoplasms. Which of the following statement(s) is/are true concerning benign esophageal neoplasms?
A. Most esophageal polyps are located just above the gastroesophageal junction B. Malignant degeneration of leiomyomas of the esophagus is a frequent occurrence C. An asymptomatic leiomyoma can be safely observed and followed with periodic barium esophograms and endoscopic ultrasonography D. Most leiomyomas of the esophagus require esophagectomy