pica has been researched along with Colitis--Ischemic* in 1 studies
1 other study(ies) available for pica and Colitis--Ischemic
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Paper pica: an unusual cause of colonic ischemia.
Pica as an eating disorder is uncommonly associated with surgical complications. Paper as the consumed substance has been previously reported twice in the literature.. We present a case of bowel obstruction and ischemia secondary to paper pica. The pathophysiology, histology, and characteristics of this entity are presented, and emphasis is placed on clinical suspicion in patients with psychiatric history. Topics: Colectomy; Colitis, Ischemic; Colon; Female; Humans; Intestinal Obstruction; Ischemia; Middle Aged; Necrosis; Paper; Pica | 2010 |