[Benign tumors of the esophagus].

The results of treatment of 53 patients with benign esophageal tumors are discussed. The diagnosis was mainly established by the radiologic and endoscopic methods. Leiomyoma of the esophagus was recognized in 29 patients, fibroma in 19, a cyst in 2, a polyp in 2 patients and a lipoma in one patient. Operations were carried out on 42 patients. Complications and fatal outcomes did not occur in the postoperative period. All patients recovered fully.