Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory induced diaphragm disease of the small intestine: Complexities of diagnosis and management

C. A. Speed*, M. G. Bramble, W. A. Corbett, I. Haslock

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Abstract

A 52-yr-old lady with RA on long term NSAIDs developed an iron-deficiency anaemia and subsequently presented with subacute intestinal obstruction. After intensive investigation, a diagnosis of diaphragm disease of the small intestine was made at laparotomy. The features of diaphragm disease and the difficulties with diagnosis and management of the condition are discussed.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)778-780
Number of pages3
JournalRheumatology
Volume33
Issue number8
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - Aug 1994
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • Arthritis
  • Diagnosis
  • Diaphragm disease
  • Intestine
  • Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs

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