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Neutropenic colitis: evaluation with computed tomography.

W G Vas1, R Seelig, B Mahanta

  • 1Veterans Administration Medical Center, St. Louis, Missouri.

The Journal of Computed Tomography
|July 1, 1988
PubMed
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Computed tomography (CT) can identify neutropenic colitis, a serious condition. Key CT signs like colon wall thickening and intramural air can aid prompt diagnosis and treatment in at-risk patients.

Area of Science:

  • Radiology
  • Gastroenterology
  • Oncology

Background:

  • Neutropenic colitis is a life-threatening condition often seen in patients with hematologic malignancies or autoimmune diseases.
  • Early diagnosis is crucial for effective management and improved patient outcomes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe and illustrate the computed tomography (CT) findings in patients diagnosed with neutropenic colitis.
  • To evaluate the diagnostic utility of CT in identifying this condition.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective review of CT scans from 10 patients with neutropenic colitis.
  • Analysis of imaging features, including colon wall thickening, intramural air, and density patterns.

Main Results:

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  • All 10 patients exhibited colon wall thickening, with some showing isodensity or intramural low density.
  • Six patients presented with air within the thickened bowel wall.
  • Underlying conditions included leukemia, lymphocytic lymphoma, and systemic lupus erythematosus.

    • Conclusions:

    • CT findings, particularly colon wall thickening and intramural air, are highly suggestive of neutropenic colitis in patients with fever, abdominal pain, and diarrhea.
    • Prompt recognition of these CT findings can lead to timely treatment initiation for this critical entity.