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Endoscopy 1985; 17(4): 165-166
DOI: 10.1055/s-2007-1018490
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Ergotamine-induced Colitis

B. Wörmann, W. Höchter, H.-J. Seib, R. Ottenjann
  • 1. Medizinische Abteilung und Institut für Pathologie, Städt. Krankenhaus München-Neuperlach
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17 March 2008 (online)

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Summary

We report on a 45-year-old woman with ulcerative colitis of the rectum that arose after the use of up to 6 suppositories of a preparation containing ergotamine daily over a period of 6 years. On the basis of a review of the literature the clinical, endoscopic and histological features of the ergotamine-induced colitis are characterized.

Key words:

Ulcerative colitis - Use of suppositories - Ergotamine