Mesenteric vasculitis in adults with Henoch-Schonlein purpura: a not-so-benign condition.
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Department of Gastroenterology, Cork University Hospital, Cork, Ireland, vsibartie@hotmail.com.Issue Date
2009-02-07
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Mesenteric vasculitis in adults with Henoch-Schonlein purpura: a not-so-benign condition. 2009: Ir J Med SciJournal
Irish journal of medical scienceDOI
10.1007/s11845-009-0287-7PubMed ID
19198974Abstract
INTRODUCTION: The gastrointestinal manifestations of Henoch-Schonlein purpura (HSP) are well characterised, but their recognition can be difficult when they occur in isolation. Furthermore, HSP can run a more serious course in adults, compared to children, in whom the disease usually occurs. MATERIALS AND METHODS: We describe two cases that illustrate the challenges of HSP with mesenteric vasculitis and the outcome in adults. CONCLUSION: Although self-limiting in most patients, the outcome of HSP in adults can be far from benign and even fatal.Item Type
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1863-4362ae974a485f413a2113503eed53cd6c53
10.1007/s11845-009-0287-7
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