Esophagus CT Appearances

Esophageal Leiomyoma CT Findings

• Homogeneous
• Intramural mass
• Mass is oval or spherical
• Esophageal wall thickening
• Low- or iso-attenuating
• Calcifications possible but rare

Other Information About Esophageal Leiomyoma

Etiology:

• Unknown

Epidemiology:

• More common in males
• Present at a wide range of ages

Presentation:

• Typically asymptomatic
• Abdominal and/or chest pain
• Esophageal dysphagia
• Regurgitation

Prognosis:

• Leiomyomas are benign
• Malignant transformation is very rare

Related Pearls: Tumors