Rapunzel syndrome - 18/08/11
Doi : 10.1016/S0016-5107(05)01579-8
| Commentary Rapunzel syndrome may come to the attention of a gastroenterologist because of abdominal pain, early satiety, and consequences of bacterial overgrowth because of colonization of the hair mass, including diarrhea and vitamin B12 deficiency. Treatment usually requires surgical removal in addition to psychotherapy. Lawrence J. Brandt, MD Associate Editor of Focal Points |
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American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy. Pubblicato da Elsevier Masson SAS. Tutti i diritti riservati.
Vol 62 - N° 4
P. 611 - ottobre 2005 Ritorno al numero
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