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[Microscopic colitis and collagenous colitis. An entity not yet reported in Chile]
M Velasco1, J Poniachik, J Chesta
1Centro de Gastroenterología, Hospital Clínico, Universidad de Chile, Santiago.
Revista Medica De Chile
|August 1, 1992
Summary
Microscopic colitis and collagenous colitis cause watery diarrhea despite normal endoscopic views. Diagnosis requires colonic biopsy, and treatments like Azulfidine or prednisone can be effective for chronic diarrhea.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Pathology
Context:
- Microscopic colitis and collagenous colitis present with watery diarrhea.
- These conditions exhibit normal endoscopic and radiologic findings of the colon.
Purpose:
- To report findings in patients with microscopic colitis and collagenous colitis.
- To highlight the diagnostic importance of colonic biopsies in chronic diarrhea.
Summary:
- This study details 9 patients (5 microscopic colitis, 4 collagenous colitis) with chronic watery diarrhea.
- Histological examination revealed characteristic findings for each colitis type.
- Treatment with Azulfidine or prednisone showed efficacy in most patients.
Impact:
- Emphasizes the necessity of colonic biopsies for diagnosing microscopic and collagenous colitis.
- Suggests therapeutic options for managing chronic diarrhea associated with these conditions.