Differential diagnosis concerning Crohn's Disease and intestinal tuberculosis is often difficult. The authors present an illustrative case with ileal tuberculosis and secondary amyloidosis. Diagnostic tools and therapeutic measures are described. Literature review and theoretical discussion of both pathologies are included.

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[A cost-benefit evaluation of prenatal diagnosis performed at a referral center with a population with a genetic or abnormality risk].

Prenatal diagnosis (PND) has assistencial, psychological and economical consequences; it is very important to evaluate cost effectiveness for the population. A prospective study was done (longitudinal and descriptive) on a population referred to Maternidade Dr. Alfredo da Costa, divided into two groups. Group one with PND performed on proper time and second group a PND procedure performed on a adequate time. The general characterization, indications for reference and consequences were evaluated. The conclusions are that the indications for reference were correct and the diagnosis was effective in 17% of patients. Social, economical levels and multiparity were the most important factors affecting adequate PND. However concerning the results, the termination of pregnancy was more performed on the group 1 and more abnormalities were seen on the newborns of group 2.

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