Duodenal Villous Atrophy in a TTG-Negative Patient Taking Olmesartan: A Case Report and Review of the Literature
Olmesartan, an angiotensin II receptor antagonist used to treat hypertension, is associated with few adverse effects. Here, a case of severe sprue-like enteropathy and acute kidney injury is described in a 68-year-old male taking olmesartan for 3-4 years. He presented to hospital with a five-week hi...
| Published in: | Canadian Journal of Gastroenterology and Hepatology |
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| Main Authors: | , , , |
| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Wiley
2016-01-01
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| Online Access: | http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2016/6091571 |