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Adult Onset Henoch-Schonlein Purpura and Intussusception: A Rare Presentation
Joint Authors
Krishnan, Mridula
Nahas, Joseph
Source
Issue
Vol. 2016, Issue 2016 (31 Dec. 2016), pp.1-3, 3 p.
Publisher
Hindawi Publishing Corporation
Publication Date
2016-09-26
Country of Publication
Egypt
No. of Pages
3
Main Subjects
Abstract EN
We present an unusual case of a young 26-year-old male who was diagnosed with Henoch-Schonlein Purpura (HSP).
Initial presentation was primarily mild gastrointestinal symptoms, which progressed to a life threatening intussusception and subsequently resolved with prompt glucocorticoid use rather than typical surgical intervention.
Of importance, the patient’s initial gastrointestinal symptoms without associated skin manifestations made the diagnosis difficult.
In conclusion, it is important to recognize uncommon presentations of HSP as it may lead to life threatening complications and surgical intervention may be avoided with prompt treatment.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Krishnan, Mridula& Nahas, Joseph. 2016. Adult Onset Henoch-Schonlein Purpura and Intussusception: A Rare Presentation. Case Reports in Rheumatology،Vol. 2016, no. 2016, pp.1-3.
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Modern Language Association (MLA)
Krishnan, Mridula& Nahas, Joseph. Adult Onset Henoch-Schonlein Purpura and Intussusception: A Rare Presentation. Case Reports in Rheumatology No. 2016 (2016), pp.1-3.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-1102640
American Medical Association (AMA)
Krishnan, Mridula& Nahas, Joseph. Adult Onset Henoch-Schonlein Purpura and Intussusception: A Rare Presentation. Case Reports in Rheumatology. 2016. Vol. 2016, no. 2016, pp.1-3.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-1102640
Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references
Record ID
BIM-1102640