Abstract

CRUZ, A.; LIMA, S. C.; BARROSO, S.  and  COTTER, J.. Enterocolite Neutropénica em doente transplantado hepático. J Port Gastrenterol. [online]. 2008, vol.15, n.1, pp.16-19. ISSN 0872-8178.

Neutropenic enterocolitis is a rapidly progressive and potentially fatal necrotizing process involving the terminal ileum, cecum and ascending colon. Previously it has been described in association with chemotherapy for hematological diseases. Recently, it has also been observed after several chemotherapy regimens for solid tumors. It is characterized by non-specific gastrointestinal symptoms. The early diagnosis and treatment are essential to reduce the mortality rate. We present the unusual case of a 54 year old male patient submitted to liver transplantation who developed neutropenic enterocolitis, which was successfully treated with conservative medical management.

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