Total colectomy for dermatomyositis

Total colectomy for dermatomyositis

The first known prophylactic total colectomy performed in a patient with dermatomyositis is presented. The hazardous sequelae of dermatomyositis, such as the development of carcinoma, perforation of the colon, and fecal incontinence, are mentioned.

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Veröffentlicht in:The American journal of surgery 1968-03, Vol.115 (3), p.405-407
Hauptverfasser: Swenson, W.M., Witkowski, L.J., Roskelley, R.C.
Format: Artikel
Sprache:eng
Schlagworte:
Adult
Colectomy
Colon - diagnostic imaging
Colon - pathology
Dermatomyositis - surgery
Female
Humans
Radiography
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Zusammenfassung:The first known prophylactic total colectomy performed in a patient with dermatomyositis is presented. The hazardous sequelae of dermatomyositis, such as the development of carcinoma, perforation of the colon, and fecal incontinence, are mentioned.
ISSN:0002-9610
1879-1883
DOI:10.1016/0002-9610(68)90170-0