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Yersinia enterocolitica colitis in infants: radiographic changes
Radiology
|July 1, 1983
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Radiographic imaging revealed Yersinia enterocolitica colitis in three infants. Key findings included ulcers, pancolitis with toxic megacolon, and terminal ileum inflammation.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Gastroenterology
- Infectious Diseases
- Radiology
Background:
- Yersinia enterocolitica is a bacterial pathogen that can cause gastrointestinal illness.
- Colitis in infants can present with diverse radiographic findings.
- Early diagnosis of Yersinia enterocolitica infection is crucial for appropriate management.
Abstract:
Radiographic changes of Yersinia enterocolitica colitis in 3 infants are presented. Findings included superficial aphthoid ulcers, submucosal ulcers, pancolitis (manifested by toxic megacolon), and involvement of the terminal ileum.