Amyloidosis and The Gastrointestinal Tract Amiloidoz ve Gastrointestinal Sistem

Cengiz K., Şahan C., Güner E.

Ondokuz Mayis Universitesi Tip Dergisi, vol.17, no.4, pp.270-276, 2000 (Scopus) identifier

  • Publication Type: Article / Article
  • Volume: 17 Issue: 4
  • Publication Date: 2000
  • Journal Name: Ondokuz Mayis Universitesi Tip Dergisi
  • Journal Indexes: Scopus, TR DİZİN (ULAKBİM)
  • Page Numbers: pp.270-276
  • Keywords: Gastrointestinal tract, Liver, Systemic amyloidosis
  • Ondokuz Mayıs University Affiliated: Yes

Abstract

Systemic amyloidosis is not a single disease but results from a variety different diseases. Involvement of the gastrointestinal tract is commonly reported in systemic amyloidosis. Autopsy studies show amyloid deposition in the gastrointestinal tract and liver, %70 to %100. It may cause abdominal pain, vomiting, anorexia, diarrhea, constipation and gastrointestinal bleeding. Systemic amyloidosis affects every part of the gastrointestinal tract from the mouth to the anus.