title: Fitz-Hugh-Curtis syndrome.
abstract: The Fitz-Hugh-Curtis syndrome consists of right upper quadrant abdominal pain, perihepatitis and genital tract infection. Neisseria gonorrhoeae and Chlamydia trachomatis have been identified as causative agents. This syndrome frequently mimics other diseases and typically occurs in sexually active young women. A high index of suspicion is essential for early diagnosis. Laparoscopy may be indicated for diagnosis and for lysis of adhesions.
authors: East Tennessee State University, Quillen-Dishner College of Medicine, Johnson City.
authors: P E
authors: PE
authors: Perlman
authors: R L
authors: RL
authors: Mills
mesh_terms: D000005:Abdomen; D000284:Administration, Oral; D000328:Adult; D002690:Chlamydia Infections / Q000150:complications* / Q000188:drug therapy; D002692:Chlamydia trachomatis; D004318:Doxycycline / Q000008:administration & dosage; D005260:Female; D006505:Hepatitis / Q000150:complications*; D006801:Humans; D010146:Pain / Q000209:etiology*; D012749:Sexually Transmitted Diseases; D013577:Syndrome
chemical_list: D004318:Doxycycline