A Rare Cause of Abdominal Pain in Children: Hereditary Angioedema

A Rare Cause of Abdominal Pain in Children: Hereditary Angioedema

Hereditary angioedema (HA) is a rare, autosomal-dominant genetic disorder presenting with recurrent attacks of angioedema. The most commonly involved organs include the extremites, face, neck, upper respiratory tract, genital region and the gastrointestinal tract. Edema of the intestinal mucosa can...

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Main Authors: Deniz Özçeker, Zeynep Tamay, Agop Çitak, Muhammet Bulut, Nermin Güler
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Galenos Yayinevi 2015-03-01
Series:Haseki Tıp Bülteni
Subjects:
Child
hereditary angioedema
abdominal pain
Online Access:http://www.hasekidergisi.com/article_8711/A-Rare-Cause-Of-Abdominal-Pain-In-Children-Hereditary-Angioedema
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Summary:Hereditary angioedema (HA) is a rare, autosomal-dominant genetic disorder presenting with recurrent attacks of angioedema. The most commonly involved organs include the extremites, face, neck, upper respiratory tract, genital region and the gastrointestinal tract. Edema of the intestinal mucosa can cause temporary obstruction and severe abdominal pain that can be confused with acute abdomen. Pediatricians and emergency physicians should keep in mind this rare disease in the differential diagnosis of severe abdominal pain.
ISSN:1302-0072
2147-2688

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