A Case of Esophageal Actinomycosis without Treatment in an Immunocompetent Patient
The Korean Journal of Helicobacter and Upper Gastrointestinal Research
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: 67-70, 2014.
Article
in Korean
| WPRIM
| ID: wpr-18544
ABSTRACT
Actinomycosis is a rare, chronic disease, mainly caused by Actinomyces israelii that are present in the normal flora of the oral cavity and gastrointestinal tract. Opportunistic infection can occur if there is a break in the mucosal barrier or immunosuppressant condition. Factors that precipitate actinomycosis include surgery, inflammation, perforation, and intrauterine contraceptive devices. Esophageal actinomycosis is an extremely rare presentation, especially in immunocompetent patients. We report an unusual case of esophageal actinomycosis in an immunocompetent patient with review of the natural course of esophageal actinomycosis without treatment.
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WPRIM (Western Pacific)
Main subject:
Opportunistic Infections
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Actinomyces
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Actinomycosis
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Chronic Disease
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Gastrointestinal Tract
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Esophagus
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Immunocompetence
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Inflammation
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Intrauterine Devices
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Mouth
Limits:
Humans
Language:
Korean
Journal:
The Korean Journal of Helicobacter and Upper Gastrointestinal Research
Year:
2014
Type:
Article
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