Benign pneumatosis intestinalis: a cause of massive pneumoperitoneum in the adult.
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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.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- CJEM
دوره 5 6 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2003