The inflammatory infiltrate consists exclusively of polys, there is no necrosis. These findings indicate activation of the mechanisms producing acute inflammation but do not allow us to differentiate between varied aetiologies such ASLC produced by Campylobacter, other acute bacterial infection, first episode ED, trauma, toxins etc. This case was culture proven Campylobacter jejune.
Acute colitis has a wide spectrum of causes.
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