Peutz-Jeghers syndrome

Question 1

What type of condition is
Peutz-Jeghers syndrome?

Answer 1

Autosomal dominant

Question 2

What is the main feature of Peutz-Jeghers syndrome?

Answer 2

Numerous hamartomatous polyps in the gastrointestinal tract

Question 3

What are the skin features of Peutz-Jeghers syndrome?

Answer 3

pigmented freckles on the lips, face, palms and soles

Question 4

What are the main features of Peutz-Jeghers syndrome?

Answer 4

hamartomatous polyps GI tract
small bowel obstruction- due to intussusception
GI bleeding
Pigmented lesions on lips, oral mucosa, face, palms and soles

Question 5

What is the management

Answer 5

conservative unless complications develop