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backwash ileitis |
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backwash ileitis Gastroenterology The contiguous mucosal involvement of the terminal ileum, extending proximally, seen in 10-15% of cases of ulcerative colitis–UC as a 'spillover' phenomenon; unlike Crohn's disease
which may involve the entire GI tract, UC is usually seen in the colon and rectum and occasionally, 'backwashed' ileum Imaging Ulceration and irregularity; irregularity and stringiness may be seen in the mucosal pattern of postevacuation
films; the mucosa may have a pseudopolypoid appearance with cobblestoning. See Ulcerative colitis. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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