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The endoscopy corner: reversible ischemic colitis--correlation of colonoscopic and pathologic changes.

K A Forde, O Lebwohl, M Wolff

    The American Journal of Gastroenterology
    |August 1, 1979
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    Ischemic colitis can occur after aortic replacement surgery. Colonoscopy with biopsies is a reliable method for diagnosing this condition, particularly when other methods are not suitable.

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    Area of Science:

    • Gastroenterology
    • Vascular Surgery
    • Pathology

    Background:

    • Ischemic colitis is a known complication after distal aortic replacement.
    • Diagnosis often relies on clinical symptoms (abdominal pain, bloody diarrhea) and radiographic evidence.

    Observation:

    • This report details a case where ischemic colitis was confirmed.
    • Diagnosis was established through colonoscopy and histopathological examination.

    Findings:

    • Colonoscopy proved effective in diagnosing ischemic colitis.
    • Histopathological analysis confirmed the diagnosis.

    Implications:

    • Colonoscopy is a valuable diagnostic tool for ischemic colitis.
    • It is particularly useful in patients unable to undergo barium enema due to their clinical status.

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