Salman Ahmed

Eosinophilic gastrointestinal disorders (EGIDs) represent a group of chronic immune-mediated inflammatory conditions that lead to the infiltration of eosinophils along the lining of the gastrointestinal tract with resultant symptoms of organ dysfunction. Whilst eosinophilic oesophagitis (EoE) is the most commonly diagnosed EGID, there remains a lack of understanding regarding the diagnosis and management of non-EoE EGIDs. With an increased incidence of immune-mediated disorders and better understanding of the disease processes, gastroenterologists are now at the forefront of diagnosing and managing this emerging group of disorders. Here, we review the typical presentation symptoms and endoscopic criteria for histological diagnosis and summarise the most up-to-date evidence-based management approaches.

Lobular capillary hemangioma (LCH), also known as pyogenic granuloma, is a benign vascular lesion most often found on the skin and oral mucosa. Its occurrence in the nasal cavity is uncommon, yet clinically significant because of its rapid growth, tendency to bleed, and similarity to more aggressive tumors. Although the exact cause is uncertain, trauma, hormonal influences, and vascular malformations have been suggested as contributing factors. We describe the case of a 41-year-old married woman with no known comorbidities who presented with progressive right-sided nasal obstruction, a gradually enlarging intranasal mass, recurrent episodes of epistaxis, and blood-stained thick nasal discharge for three months. On examination, a reddish, lobulated mass was seen filling the right nasal cavity and extending into the nasopharynx. The mass was tender and bled on touch. CT imaging showed a well-enhancing soft tissue lesion arising from the maxillary antrum with bony remodeling and erosion of the medial maxillary wall. Histopathology confirmed the diagnosis of LCH. The patient underwent medial maxillectomy via sublabial approach aided by endoscopic removal of the mass after preoperative embolization, which significantly reduced intraoperative bleeding. Recovery was uneventful. Though rare, sinonasal LCH should be considered when evaluating vascular nasal masses. Early diagnosis and complete excision remain the mainstay of management. In large or highly vascular lesions, preoperative embolization can be a valuable adjunct to improve surgical safety.

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Research Posted on rand.org Jul 15, 2026 Published in: Geopolitics of AI: Power, Conflict, and the Future of Global Order, Chapter 1, pages 13-30 (2026)