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Diffuse abdominal pain, vomiting, and diarrhea in an immunocompromised patient

    Author: Antonella Del Gaudio, Andrea Laghi, Damiano Caruso. Rome, Italy
    Body Region: Abdomen and Pelvis

    1. Patient Presentation
    2. CT Images
    3. CT Findings
    4. Diagnosis
    5. References
    Learn how dual-layer spectral CT aids in diagnosing intestinal abnormalities and guiding clinical management.

    1. Patient Presentation

    • A 62-year-old woman undergoing chemotherapy for acute myeloid leukemia presented with diffuse abdominal pain, tenderness, vomiting, and diarrhea.
    • Laboratory tests showed neutropenia, leukopenia, and elevated inflammatory markers.
    • Abdominal dual-layer spectral CT with contrast injection was performed to assess for potential complications.
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