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Benign pneumatosis intestinalis: a cause of massive pneumoperitoneum in the adult.
- Source :
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CJEM: Canadian Journal of Emergency Medicine . Nov2003, Vol. 5 Issue 6, p416-420. 5p. - Publication Year :
- 2003
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Abstract
- Pneumatosis intestinalis (gas in the bowel wall) is often a benign condition, but it may mimic bowel ischemia or infarction and lead to unnecessary surgical intervention, especially when associated with pneumoperitoneum. We present a case of benign pneumatosis intestinalis with massive pneumoperitoneum and discuss various distinguishing features that may aid in its diagnosis. Key words: pneumatosis intestinalis; radiography. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 14818035
- Volume :
- 5
- Issue :
- 6
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- CJEM: Canadian Journal of Emergency Medicine
- Publication Type :
- Academic Journal
- Accession number :
- 12020033
- Full Text :
- https://doi.org/10.1017/S1481803500008678