Korean J Gastroenterol.
2002 Feb;39(2):119-122.
A Case of Eosinophilic Gastroenteritis with Intestinal Obstruction
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- 1Department of Internal Medicine, Keimyung University School of Medicine, Daegu, Korea. skpark@dsmc.or.kr
Abstract
- Eosinophilic gastroenteritis is a rare disease of unknown etiology characterized by eosinophilic infiltration of the gastrointestinal wall and peripheral eosinophilia. It was first described by Kaijser in 1937. Histologically, it is mainly characterized by infiltration of eosinophilic leukocytes. Clinical features vary according to which layer and location are involved. Its pathogenesis is not clear, but allergic and immunologic etiologies are strongly suggested. In many cases of eosinophilic gastroenteritis, allergic diseases such as seasonal rhinitis, asthma and atopic eczema are often combined. A 52-year-old woman presented with dyspepsia, weight loss and abdominal discomfort. Partial obstruction of the distal jejunum and proximal dilatation confirmed by abdominal computed tomogram and small bowel series. We report this case with the review of relevant literature.
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