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Demonstration of Cutaneous Allodynia in Association with Chronic Pelvic Pain
Published on: June 23, 2009
[A man with pain in the lower abdominal]
Ilona G M Molenaar1, Martijn G Steffens
1Isala Klinieken Zwolle, locatie Weezenlanden, Zwolle, afd. Urologie, the Netherlands.
Nederlands Tijdschrift Voor Geneeskunde
|October 28, 2010
Summary
A man with Crohn's disease developed an enterovesical fistula, causing symptoms like abdominal pain and urinary issues. This case highlights a rare complication of this chronic inflammatory condition.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Urology
Background:
- Crohn's disease is a chronic inflammatory condition affecting the gastrointestinal tract.
- Enterovesical fistulas are abnormal connections between the bowel and bladder.
Observation:
- A 38-year-old male patient presented with significant abdominal pain.
- The patient also experienced dysuria (painful urination), pneumaturia (air in urine), and pyuria (pus in urine).
Findings:
- Diagnostic evaluation confirmed the presence of an enterovesical fistula.
- The fistula was directly attributed to complications arising from Crohn's disease.
Implications:
- This case underscores the importance of considering rare gastrointestinal complications in patients with Crohn's disease.
- Early recognition and management of enterovesical fistulas are crucial for patient outcomes.
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