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Primary non-specific ulcer of the small bowel
Acta Chirurgica Scandinavica
|January 1, 1985
Summary
Lifelong gastrointestinal bleeding in a teenager was traced to an uncommon ileal ulcer. This rare cause of bleeding should be considered when other sources are not identified.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Internal Medicine
- Pediatric Surgery
Background:
- Gastrointestinal (GI) bleeding is a common clinical presentation.
- Identifying the source of GI bleeding can be challenging, especially in rare cases.