Pneumatosis cystoides intestinalis: management of eight cases
New Egyptian Journal of Medicine [The]. 1989; 3 (3): 533-8
in English
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ABSTRACT
Pneumatosis cystoides intestinalis is an uncommon condition characterised by the presence of cystic accumulation of gas in the submucosa or subserosa of the bowel. Though many aetiological factors are postulated, the exact pathogenesis is uncertain. The present work includes, in addition to a review of all aetiological factors, the management of 8 cases collected over five years. The clinical significance of the condition resides in the fact that familiarity with it can avoid unnecessary laparotomy [Thomson et al, 1977] Specific management by oxygen therapy and elemental diet are discussed in our reported cases
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IMEMR (Eastern Mediterranean)
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Case Reports
Language:
English
Journal:
New Egypt. J. Med.
Year:
1989
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