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    Br Med J. 1976 Oct 2;2(6039):790-1.

    Meconium ileus equivalent in adults with cystic fibrosis of pancreas: a report of six cases.

    Abstract

    Eleven episodes of "meconium ileus equivalent" have been seen in six adults with cystic fibrosis of the pancreas. Three patients were initially treated surgically; one died and the other two developed serious postoperative chest infections. Six episodes were successfully treated medically with acetylcysteine orally and by enema, nasogastric suction, and intravenous fluids. Operation should be avoided if possible, and maintenance treatment with acetylcysteine may be necessary to prevent relapse.

    PMID:
    974611
    [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE]
    PMCID:
    PMC1688637
    Free PMC Article

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