Peri-ileostomy pyoderma gangrenosum: case report

Abstract

Pyoderma gangrenosum is one of the most severe complications that can occur following stoma placement. Despite few cases reported in the literature, it is considered an underdiagnosed entity. We present a case of peri-ileostomy pyoderma gangrenosum (PPG) in a patient who underwent a pancoloproctectomy and permanent ileostomy due to ulcerative colitis (UC). Treatment was based on local cures, proper fitting of ostomy devices, topical tacrolimus and systemic corticosteroids, adalimumab and antibiotics. Satisfactory resolution was achieved in eight weeks.

Keywords

• Enfermedad inflamatoria intestinal
• Colitis ulcerosa
• Enfermedad de Crohn
• Pioderma gangrenoso
• Estoma