Metastatic Crohn's Disease of the Ear
Joint Authors
Kim, D. S.
Hollis, L.
Chuah, J. H.
Allen, C.
Source
International Journal of Otolaryngology
Issue
Vol. 2009, Issue 2009 (31 Dec. 2009), pp.1-3, 3 p.
Publisher
Hindawi Publishing Corporation
Publication Date
2009-03-16
Country of Publication
Egypt
No. of Pages
3
Main Subjects
Abstract EN
Objective.
We reported a very rare case of metastatic Crohn's disease involving the retro-auricular region.
Method.
A case report and a review of literature concerning metastatic Crohn's disease.
Results.
Metastatic Crohn's disease is an uncommon extraintestinal cutaneous manifestation of Crohn's disease and a very rare case involving the retro-auricular region is reported here.
Given the limited existing literature little is known about this condition.
The skin lesions appear to have a predilection for the lower trunk and genitalia regions.
There is no clear association with the severity of Crohn's disease and in some cases, the cutaneous lesions predate the onset of gastrointestinal Crohn's disease.
Treatment with immune-modulating medications together with the antitumour necrosis factor monoclonal antibody therapy appears to offer the best chance of remission.
Conclusion.
By reporting this interesting and rare condition we also hope to highlight the importance of considering underlying chronic systemic disorders, such as Crohn's disease, when presented with skin lesions resistant to simple local treatments.
American Psychological Association (APA)
Chuah, J. H.& Kim, D. S.& Allen, C.& Hollis, L.. 2009. Metastatic Crohn's Disease of the Ear. International Journal of Otolaryngology،Vol. 2009, no. 2009, pp.1-3.
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Modern Language Association (MLA)
Chuah, J. H.…[et al.]. Metastatic Crohn's Disease of the Ear. International Journal of Otolaryngology No. 2009 (2009), pp.1-3.
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American Medical Association (AMA)
Chuah, J. H.& Kim, D. S.& Allen, C.& Hollis, L.. Metastatic Crohn's Disease of the Ear. International Journal of Otolaryngology. 2009. Vol. 2009, no. 2009, pp.1-3.
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Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Notes
Includes bibliographical references
Record ID
BIM-505032