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Thymoma may explain the confusion: a case report
ConclusionThis case illustrates an exceptional association of two entities and the difficulty encountered during their diagnosis and treatment. The management of these two diseases is different, so it is essential to recognize this concomitant presentation.
Source: Journal of Medical Case Reports - December 16, 2021 Category: General Medicine Source Type: research

Successful open abdomen treatment for multiple ischemic duodenal perforated ulcers in dermatomyositis
Conclusions: In patients with dermatomyositis, when clinical findings and symptoms suggest abdominal vasculitis, it is very important to be aware of the risk of bowel and particularly duodenal perforations. Open abdomen treatment favors control of contamination by gastrointestinal contents, offers temporary abdominal closure, helps ICU care and delays definitive surgery.
Source: World Journal of Emergency Surgery - August 30, 2014 Category: Emergency Medicine Authors: Roberta VillaStefano CostaSibilla FocchiCarlo CorbelliniMassimo VigorelliEttore Contessini Avesani Source Type: research