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Vincristine-induced megacolon

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Three cases of vincristine-induced megacolon are described with radiographic correlation. Vincristine is a widely used chemotherapeutic agent with neuropathic side effects causing colonic dilatation and constipation. The radiologist should be aware of this entity to prevent unnecessary procedures and, possibly, surgery.

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  1. Department of Radiology, North Shore University Hospital, 300 Community Drive, 11030, Manhasset, NY, USA

    Richard F. Rosenberg M.D. & James G. Caridi

  2. Department of Radiology, Cornell University Medical College, New York, New York, USA

    Richard F. Rosenberg M.D. & James G. Caridi

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Rosenberg, R.F., Caridi, J.G. Vincristine-induced megacolon. Gastrointest Radiol 8, 71–73 (1983). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF01948092

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