[Mesenteric lymph node cavitation disclosing celiac disease in adults]

J Radiol. 1998 May;79(5):431-3.
[Article in French]

Abstract

We report a case of cavitation of the mesenteric lymph nodes, an uncommon complication of celiac diseases. Computerized tomography is the method of choice for diagnosis and follow up after gluten free diet.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Celiac Disease / diagnostic imaging*
  • Celiac Disease / diet therapy
  • Diet, Protein-Restricted
  • Female
  • Follow-Up Studies
  • Glutens / administration & dosage
  • Humans
  • Lymph Nodes / diagnostic imaging*
  • Mesentery
  • Tomography, X-Ray Computed
  • Ultrasonography

Substances

  • Glutens