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Eosinophilic gastroenteritis mimicking acute appendicitis.

D Tran1, L Salloum, C Tshibaka

  • 1Department of Surgery, St. Francis Medical Center, Trenton, New Jersey, USA.

The American Surgeon
|March 23, 2001
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Eosinophilic gastroenteritis, a rare condition, can mimic surgical emergencies. Prompt diagnosis and glucocorticoid therapy are key for successful treatment.

Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Pathology

Background:

  • Eosinophilic gastroenteritis is a rare gastrointestinal disorder.
  • It can present with symptoms mimicking acute surgical conditions, delaying diagnosis.

Observation:

  • A 26-year-old male presented with epigastric pain, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.
  • Initial workup revealed gastritis, ulcer, and ascites.
  • The patient later developed symptoms suggestive of appendicitis, including right lower quadrant pain and peritonitis.

Findings:

  • Appendectomy and small bowel biopsy revealed eosinophilic cellular infiltrate in both the appendiceal and small intestinal walls.
  • This confirmed a diagnosis of eosinophilic gastroenteritis.

Implications:

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  • Highlights the importance of considering eosinophilic gastroenteritis in patients with unexplained abdominal symptoms.
  • Emphasizes the need for thorough pathological examination to differentiate from surgical emergencies.
  • Discusses potential surgical approaches and the efficacy of glucocorticoid therapy.