Oesophageal Leiomyoma: an Incidental Autopsy Finding in a Neglected Elderly Individual

Elderly abuse is a prevalent entity in the Indian society. Apart from physical and verbal abuse, neglect is very commonly seen in families with disputes. Neglect as a form of elderly abuse rarely comes to light as many people are not forthcoming to disclose these aspects due to social stigma associated with it.
Case Report: Here is a case of an elderly male who committed suicide to end his misery of unresolving dysphagia as stated in his death note.
An oesophageal leiomyoma was incidental finding at autopsy which explained the symptoms mentioned in his death note which drove him to desperation to end his life.