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[Eosinophilic ascites. 2 new case reports].

I Durieu1, R Nove-Josserand, P Cathebras

  • 1Service de Médecine Interne, Centre Hospitalier Lyon Sud, Pierre-Benite.

La Revue De Medecine Interne
|November 1, 1992
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Eosinophilic ascites, often linked to allergies and gastrointestinal issues, primarily affects middle-aged women. While generally treatable, its relationship to hypereosinophilic syndrome remains unclear.

Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Internal Medicine
  • Allergy

Background:

  • Eosinophilic ascites is a rare condition characterized by the accumulation of eosinophils in the peritoneal fluid.
  • Understanding its etiology and relationship to other eosinophilic disorders is crucial for diagnosis and management.

Observation:

  • This review analyzes two new cases and 40 literature cases of eosinophilic ascites.
  • The condition predominantly affects women (75%) around age 40.
  • Commonly associated factors include a history of allergies (55%), blood hypereosinophilia (69%), and gastrointestinal symptoms (63%).

Findings:

  • Eosinophilic ascites is frequently associated with eosinophilic infiltrates in the digestive tract or serous membranes, suggesting a link to eosinophilic gastroenteritis.
  • The overall prognosis is favorable, with 90% of patients experiencing positive outcomes.

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  • Relapse rates are reported at 26%.

    • Implications:

    • The findings suggest eosinophilic ascites may represent a clinical manifestation of eosinophilic gastroenteritis.
    • Further research is needed to definitively distinguish eosinophilic ascites from idiopathic hypereosinophilic syndrome.
    • Clarifying this distinction is essential for accurate diagnosis and tailored treatment strategies.