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KMID : 0931320140140010067
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대한상부위장관.헬리코박터학회지
2014 Volume.14 No. 1 p.67 ~ p.70
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A Case of Esophageal Actinomycosis without Treatment in an Immunocompetent Patient
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Kim Gyung-Eun
Choi Yong-Jun
Park Jin-Seok
Shin Yong-Woon
Han Jee-Young
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Abstract
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Actinomycosis is a rare, chronic disease, mainly caused by Actinomyces israelii that are present in the normal flora of the oral cavity and gastrointestinal tract. Opportunistic infection can occur if there is a break in the mucosal barrier or immunosuppressant condition. Factors that precipitate actinomycosis include surgery, inflammation, perforation, and intrauterine contraceptive devices. Esophageal actinomycosis is an extremely rare presentation, especially in immunocompetent patients. We report an un-usual case of esophageal actinomycosis in an immunocompetent patient with review of the natural course of esophageal actino-mycosis without treatment.
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KEYWORD
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Actinomycosis, Esophagus, Immunocompetence
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