Cavitating mesenteric lymph node syndrome: An uncommon complication of celiac disease

摘要

Celiac disease (CD) is a process with an autoimmune base that affects the small bowel and is triggered by the ingestion of gluten in genetically susceptible individuals. Numerous complications associated with CD have been described, among which cavitating mesenteric lymph node syndrome (CMLNS) stands out for its rarity. Little is known of its etiopathogenesis, and it should be recognized early and differentiated from infections and lymphoma, in particular. We present herein a case of CD with this complication associated with other concomitant diseases with an autoimmune base.