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Angiodysplasia

Underlying Cause

Angiodysplasia Underlying Cause

The underlying cause of angiodysplasia of the colon is unknown. One theory is that contractions of the colon eventually bring about stretching and weakening in the blood vessels. The weakened blood vessels bleed easily.

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Last Updated: Mar 12, 2008 References

Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD

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Angiodysplasia References:

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