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| skimom
- Mon Oct 15, 2007 12:22 am |
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What does it mean when an ileocecal valve appears patulous on a colonoscopy? This was noticed on a 60 year old female with a history of irritable bowel, dairy allergy, lactose intolerace, and reflux. Family history not significant for bowel disease. Medications were Nexium and vitamins.
Thank you for any info!
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| Dr. Chan Lowe
- Mon Oct 15, 2007 9:30 pm |
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 Hi Skimom,
Patulous would indicate the valve was open. This is very likely due to normal peristalsis (muscle waves) that is moving intestinal contents into the colon.
Best wishes.
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