[Amoebiasis--a problem in patients with ulcerative colitis]

Wiad Lek. 1994 Apr;47(7-8):248-51.
[Article in Polish]

Abstract

The increasing problem is presented of Entamoeba histolytica invasion in patients with ulcerative colitis. The diagnostic-therapeutic management in five patients with amoebiasis is discussed in detail. This parasitic invasion occurred in five out of 103 patients with ulcerative colitis which accounts for 4.85%. This data is important for the treatment of chronically ill patients with ulcerative colitis.

Publication types

  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Animals
  • Chronic Disease
  • Colitis, Ulcerative / complications*
  • Dysentery, Amebic / diagnosis
  • Dysentery, Amebic / etiology*
  • Dysentery, Amebic / therapy
  • Entamoeba histolytica / isolation & purification
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Middle Aged