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María Lourdes Ruiz Rebollo1, Daniel Corrales Cruz2, Sandra Izquierdo Santervás3
1Aparato Digestivo, Hospital Clínico Universitario, España.
Diagnosing chronic diarrhea can be challenging. This case study highlights autoimmune enteropathy (AE) as a treatable cause of intractable diarrhea, managed effectively with immunosuppressive therapy.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Immunology
Background:
- Chronic diarrhea presents a diagnostic challenge in gastroenterology.
- Multiple conditions can cause persistent, unremitting diarrhea.
Purpose of the Study:
- To present a case of intractable diarrhea diagnosed as autoimmune enteropathy (AE).
- To illustrate the diagnostic process and successful treatment of AE.
Main Methods:
- Comprehensive laboratory investigations.
- Endoscopic examination.
- Radiological imaging.
Main Results:
- Diagnosis of autoimmune enteropathy (AE) was confirmed.
- Patient achieved clinical remission following treatment.
Conclusions:
- Autoimmune enteropathy (AE) is a critical consideration in refractory diarrhea.
- Corticosteroids and azathioprine are effective in managing AE.
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