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[Rectal Syphilis Mimicking Malignancy: A Case Report]
Journal of the Korean Society of Radiology
|June 14, 2024
Summary
Rectal syphilis, a rare condition, mimics rectal cancer with nonspecific findings. This case report highlights the diagnostic challenges and emphasizes the importance of medical history for accurate diagnosis.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Infectious Diseases
- Radiology
Background:
- Rectal syphilis is an uncommon presentation of syphilis.
- Its symptoms and imaging findings are nonspecific, often overlapping with rectal cancer and inflammatory bowel diseases.
- Misdiagnosis can lead to delayed treatment or unnecessary investigations.

