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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Neutropenic enterocolitis | |||
| image = [[File:Stomach_colon_rectum_diagram-en.svg|250px]] | |||
| caption = Diagram of the stomach, colon, and rectum | |||
| synonyms = Typhlitis | |||
| specialty = [[Gastroenterology]], [[Hematology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Fever]], [[abdominal pain]], [[diarrhea]], [[nausea]], [[vomiting]] | |||
| complications = [[Perforation (medical)|Bowel perforation]], [[sepsis]], [[peritonitis]] | |||
| onset = During periods of [[neutropenia]] | |||
| duration = Variable, depending on treatment and severity | |||
| causes = [[Chemotherapy]], [[immunosuppression]] | |||
| risks = [[Neutropenia]], [[hematologic malignancies]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[CT scan]], [[ultrasound]], clinical evaluation | |||
| differential = [[Appendicitis]], [[colitis]], [[diverticulitis]] | |||
| treatment = [[Antibiotics]], supportive care, possible surgical intervention | |||
| prognosis = Variable, can be severe if untreated | |||
| frequency = Rare, primarily in patients undergoing chemotherapy | |||
}} | |||
''Neutropenic enterocolitis''' is a medical condition that primarily affects individuals with [[neutropenia]], a condition characterized by an abnormally low count of [[neutrophils]], a type of white blood cell that helps fight off infections. It is also known as [[typhlitis]], a term that specifically refers to inflammation of the cecum. | |||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The symptoms of neutropenic enterocolitis can vary, but often include [[abdominal pain]], [[diarrhea]], [[fever]], and [[nausea]]. In severe cases, the condition can lead to life-threatening complications such as [[sepsis]] and [[intestinal perforation]]. | The symptoms of neutropenic enterocolitis can vary, but often include [[abdominal pain]], [[diarrhea]], [[fever]], and [[nausea]]. In severe cases, the condition can lead to life-threatening complications such as [[sepsis]] and [[intestinal perforation]]. | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
Neutropenic enterocolitis is typically caused by a combination of factors, including a weakened immune system due to neutropenia, damage to the intestinal lining from chemotherapy or radiation therapy, and bacterial, viral, or fungal infections. | Neutropenic enterocolitis is typically caused by a combination of factors, including a weakened immune system due to neutropenia, damage to the intestinal lining from chemotherapy or radiation therapy, and bacterial, viral, or fungal infections. | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
Diagnosis of neutropenic enterocolitis is often challenging due to its nonspecific symptoms and the fact that it primarily affects individuals who are already seriously ill. It is typically diagnosed based on a combination of clinical symptoms, laboratory tests, and imaging studies such as [[computed tomography]] (CT) scans. | Diagnosis of neutropenic enterocolitis is often challenging due to its nonspecific symptoms and the fact that it primarily affects individuals who are already seriously ill. It is typically diagnosed based on a combination of clinical symptoms, laboratory tests, and imaging studies such as [[computed tomography]] (CT) scans. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment for neutropenic enterocolitis typically involves a combination of antibiotics to treat any underlying infection, medications to manage symptoms, and in severe cases, surgery to remove the affected portion of the intestine. | Treatment for neutropenic enterocolitis typically involves a combination of antibiotics to treat any underlying infection, medications to manage symptoms, and in severe cases, surgery to remove the affected portion of the intestine. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Neutropenia]] | * [[Neutropenia]] | ||
* [[Enterocolitis]] | * [[Enterocolitis]] | ||
* [[Sepsis]] | * [[Sepsis]] | ||
* [[Intestinal perforation]] | * [[Intestinal perforation]] | ||
== References == | == References == | ||
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[[Category:Medical conditions]] | [[Category:Medical conditions]] | ||
[[Category:Gastrointestinal disorders]] | [[Category:Gastrointestinal disorders]] | ||
[[Category:Infectious diseases]] | [[Category:Infectious diseases]] | ||
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| Neutropenic enterocolitis | |
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| Synonyms | Typhlitis |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | Gastroenterology, Hematology |
| Symptoms | Fever, abdominal pain, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting |
| Complications | Bowel perforation, sepsis, peritonitis |
| Onset | During periods of neutropenia |
| Duration | Variable, depending on treatment and severity |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Chemotherapy, immunosuppression |
| Risks | Neutropenia, hematologic malignancies |
| Diagnosis | CT scan, ultrasound, clinical evaluation |
| Differential diagnosis | Appendicitis, colitis, diverticulitis |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Antibiotics, supportive care, possible surgical intervention |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Variable, can be severe if untreated |
| Frequency | Rare, primarily in patients undergoing chemotherapy |
| Deaths | N/A |
Neutropenic enterocolitis' is a medical condition that primarily affects individuals with neutropenia, a condition characterized by an abnormally low count of neutrophils, a type of white blood cell that helps fight off infections. It is also known as typhlitis, a term that specifically refers to inflammation of the cecum.
Symptoms[edit]
The symptoms of neutropenic enterocolitis can vary, but often include abdominal pain, diarrhea, fever, and nausea. In severe cases, the condition can lead to life-threatening complications such as sepsis and intestinal perforation.
Causes[edit]
Neutropenic enterocolitis is typically caused by a combination of factors, including a weakened immune system due to neutropenia, damage to the intestinal lining from chemotherapy or radiation therapy, and bacterial, viral, or fungal infections.
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of neutropenic enterocolitis is often challenging due to its nonspecific symptoms and the fact that it primarily affects individuals who are already seriously ill. It is typically diagnosed based on a combination of clinical symptoms, laboratory tests, and imaging studies such as computed tomography (CT) scans.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for neutropenic enterocolitis typically involves a combination of antibiotics to treat any underlying infection, medications to manage symptoms, and in severe cases, surgery to remove the affected portion of the intestine.
See also[edit]
References[edit]
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