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Correspondence to Author: Lukman Olaitan Abdulkareem ^1,2, Abass Ayoola Fawemi ² , Samuel Kelechi Richard³. 

1.Department of Internal Medicine, University of Abuja Teaching Hospital Gwagwalada, FCT Abuja, Nigeria.
2.Gastro and Liver Clinic, Arewa Specialist Hospital and Diagnostic Centre, Jabi, FCT Abuja, Nigeria.
3.Department of Histopathology, University of Abuja Teaching Hospital Gwagwalada, FCT Abuja, Nigeria

DOI: 10.52338/wjocd.2025.5243

Abstract:

Familial Adenomatous Polyposis (FAP) is a rare inherited disorder characterized by early onset of numerous adenomatous polyps in the colon with near certainty of colorectal cancer if untreated. Though it is quite uncommon in the African population, increasing diagnostic access is bringing more cases to clinical attention. We present a case of a 16-year-old Nigerian girl who presented with history of recurrent diarrhea, abdominal discomfort, hematochezia and weight loss. She was diagnosed of FAP following colonoscopy and histological confirmation. She was counseled on the treatment options and the possible sequelae of colorectal malignancy. The significance of this case report lies in the rarity of FAP among Nigerians and the high index of suspicion needed to prompt colonoscopy evaluation.

Keywords: Familial Adenomatous Polyposis, Colorectal Polyps, Nigeria, Adolescent.

Citation:

Dr. Lukman Olaitan Abdulkareem, Familial Adenomatous Polyposis In A Nigerian Adolescent: A Case Report Of A Rare Hereditary Colonic Disorder. World Journal of Chronic Diseases 2025.