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Aude Van Oosterwyck1, Eric Van Wijngaerden2,3, Philip Roelandt1,4
1Department of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, University Hospitals Leuven, Leuven, Belgium.
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Pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) is a well-known entity in women. However, on rare occasions, men can present with peritonitis caused by Chlamydia trachomatis as well. It is important to know and recognise this entity in order to avoid unnecessary investigations and commence prompt treatment.
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