Rectal stenosis due to Veganine suppositories

A new case of rectal stenosis due to the chronic use of suppositories of associated analgesic drugs is reported. Surgical treatment was conservative. This observation outlines the dramatic consequences of chronic self-treatment and the difficulties of ensuring long-term withdrawal.

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Published inGastrointestinal radiology Vol. 15; no. 2; p. 169
Main Authors Puy-Montbrun, T, Delechenault, P, Ganansia, R, Denis, J
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published United States 01.12.1990
Subjects
Acetaminophen - adverse effects
Adult
Dextropropoxyphene - adverse effects
Drug Combinations - adverse effects
Female
Humans
Intestinal Obstruction - chemically induced
Rectal Diseases - chemically induced
Suppositories
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Summary:A new case of rectal stenosis due to the chronic use of suppositories of associated analgesic drugs is reported. Surgical treatment was conservative. This observation outlines the dramatic consequences of chronic self-treatment and the difficulties of ensuring long-term withdrawal.
ISSN:0364-2356
DOI:10.1007/BF01888765