A Rare Cause of Ileal Ulceration: Enterobius Vermicularis

Area of Science:

• Gastroenterology
• Parasitology
• Infectious Diseases

Background:

• Enterobius vermicularis (pinworm) is a prevalent intestinal parasite globally.
• Typically, it resides in the ileocecal region without causing significant mucosal damage.
• However, instances of mucosal invasion and associated ileitis have been reported, with debated pathogenesis.

Purpose of the Study:

• To present a case of terminal ileitis caused by Enterobius vermicularis.
• To investigate the potential for E. vermicularis to cause direct mucosal injury.
• To document the successful treatment outcome.

Main Methods:

• Case report presentation.
• Clinical diagnosis of Enterobius vermicularis infection.
• Histopathological examination of intestinal tissue (if applicable, though not explicitly stated in the abstract).
• Administration of antiparasitic therapy.

Main Results:

• The patient presented with symptoms consistent with terminal ileitis.
• Enterobius vermicularis was identified as the causative agent.
• Antiparasitic therapy resulted in successful resolution of the ileitis.

Conclusions:

• Enterobius vermicularis can cause significant intestinal pathology, including terminal ileitis.
• The findings suggest that E. vermicularis may directly contribute to mucosal damage.
• Antiparasitic treatment is effective in managing E. vermicularis-induced ileitis.