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Bowel bypass syndrome.

C H Dicken, J R Seehafer

    Archives of Dermatology
    |July 1, 1979
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    A new syndrome linked to bowel bypass surgery causes flu-like symptoms and skin lesions. Treatment involves antibiotics or surgical correction for this recurrent inflammatory condition.

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    Area of Science:

    • Gastroenterology
    • Dermatology
    • Rheumatology

    Background:

    • Bowel bypass surgery, a procedure to alter the digestive tract, can lead to various complications.
    • A distinct post-surgical syndrome has been identified in patients who have undergone this procedure.

    Observation:

    • Patients presented with recurrent flu-like illness, including fever, chills, and malaise.
    • Characteristic inflammatory papules and pustules (2-4 mm) were observed on extremities and trunk.
    • Symptoms recurred cyclically, lasting several days and appearing weeks later, with joint pain during episodes.

    Findings:

    • Two cases illustrate a specific syndrome associated with bowel bypass surgery.
    • The syndrome involves recurrent inflammatory symptoms and skin manifestations.

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  • Effective therapeutic approaches include antibiotic therapy (metronidazole) and surgical reversal.

    • Implications:

    • Early recognition of this syndrome is crucial for timely and appropriate management.
    • Understanding this condition aids in differentiating it from other post-surgical complications like bypass arthritis and enteropathy.
    • This research highlights the importance of considering surgical history in diagnosing complex inflammatory syndromes.