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World J Gastroenterol. Jul 28, 2018; 24(28): 3101-3111
Published online Jul 28, 2018. doi: 10.3748/wjg.v24.i28.3101
Published online Jul 28, 2018. doi: 10.3748/wjg.v24.i28.3101
Figure 2 Proposed algorithm for the diagnosis of encapsulating peritoneal sclerosis.
The diagnosis of EPS is a clinical one that can be confirmed with imaging or at laparotomy. Various presenting features and symptoms, clues obtained in the history (risk factors) and physical exam can point towards the diagnosis of EPS. CT/MRI findings include thickened peritoneum, calcifications, and may even demonstrate cocooning of the bowel with proximal dilation, as seen in our case. EPS: Encapsulating peritoneal sclerosis
- Citation: Danford CJ, Lin SC, Smith MP, Wolf JL. Encapsulating peritoneal sclerosis. World J Gastroenterol 2018; 24(28): 3101-3111
- URL: https://www.wjgnet.com/1007-9327/full/v24/i28/3101.htm
- DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.3748/wjg.v24.i28.3101