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Cronkhite-Canada Syndrome in Suriname: Challenges in Diagnosis and Management in a Low-Resource Setting

This article explores the challenges of diagnosing and managing Cronkhite-Canada Syndrome (CCS), a rare disorder involving gastrointestinal polyposis and ectodermal abnormalities, in Suriname, a low-resource setting. It highlights limited healthcare infrastructure, diagnostic delays, and treatment barriers, offering recommendations for improved awareness, capacity, and care in such environments.