Introduction: Gastrointestinal manifestations of Henoch-Schönlein purpura (HSP) in adults may be severe. Data about treatment are controversial and the outcome is seldom described.
Methods: Twenty-three patients with gastrointestinal manifestations of HSP (ACR criteria) were retrospectively studied.
Rev Med Interne
February 2001
Purpose: Henoch-Schonlein purpura is a rare eventuality in adulthood. Abdominal involvement can worsen the short-term prognosis and justify medical treatment to avoid surgery.
Methods: Abdominopelvic computed tomography (CT) was performed in six adult patients (four men and two women; age range, 19-74 years) with Henoch-Schonlein purpura before any treatment.