Gastrointestinal hemorrhage complicating systemic neurofibromatosis.

Melin, M M; Grotz, R L; Nivatvongs, S · Am J Gastroenterol · 1994

case_report · Level V

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Abstract

A case of gastrointestinal hemorrhage caused by small bowel neurofibromas in a gentleman with systemic neurofibromatosis is presented. The multiple presentations of gastrointestinal system involvement by neurofibromatosis are reviewed. Early diagnosis and localization of small bowel tumors remains a dilemma. Mesenteric angiography and early surgical intervention are recommended.

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