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[Febrile status].

J Barandun, B Frauchiger

    Schweizerische Rundschau Fur Medizin Praxis = Revue Suisse De Medecine Praxis
    |October 24, 1989
    PubMed
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    A 55-year-old woman presented with prolonged fever of unknown origin. Extensive work-up revealed a large colon carcinoma causing sub-ileus symptoms.

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    Area of Science:

    • Gastroenterology
    • Oncology
    • Internal Medicine

    Background:

    • Fever of unknown origin (FUO) presents a diagnostic challenge.
    • Colorectal cancer can manifest with nonspecific symptoms.

    Observation:

    • A 55-year-old woman experienced intermittent fever for several weeks.
    • Initial investigations for FUO were inconclusive.
    • The patient subsequently developed abdominal pain and signs of sub-ileus.

    Findings:

    • Further examination identified a large, stenosing carcinoma of the colon.
    • The colon cancer was the underlying cause of the patient's symptoms.

    Implications:

    • This case highlights the importance of considering malignancy in FUO.
    • Colorectal cancer should be included in the differential diagnosis for patients with unexplained abdominal symptoms and fever.
    • Timely diagnosis and intervention are crucial for managing colon cancer.