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Published on: January 27, 2023
[Acute cytomegalovirus proctitis in a immunocompetent patient]
V Ledouble1, J Deflandre1, M Delos2
1Service de Gastro-entérologie, CHR de la Citadelle, Liège, Belgique.
Abstract:
Cases of CMV proctitis are frequently reported in immunocompromised patients. However, some cases of CMV proctitis are linked to a CMV primary infection and to unprotected anal intercourse in immunocompetent patients. The most common symptom is bloody diarrhea (hemorrhagic colitis). The endoscopic exam can present in distincts forms. The diagnostic is based on a set of clinical, biological, endoscopic and histological arguments. The prognosis of the disease is favorable. The treatment is supportive. A research on other sexually transmitted diseases must be conducted.
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