Subcutaneous Emphysema Mimicking Gas Gangrene Following Perforation of the Rectum: A Case Report
Journal of Korean Medical Science
;
: 756-758, 2004.
Article
in English
| WPRIM
| ID: wpr-123115
ABSTRACT
We report a case of extensive subcutaneous emphysema of the lower extremity mimicking gas gangrene following perforation of the rectum in a 38-yr-old man. Subcutaneous emphysema of the leg may rarely occur secondary to perforation of the gastrointestinal tract and has often created serious diagnostic problems and high mortality rates. Therefore, prompt diagnosis and aggressive treatment is imperative.
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WPRIM (Western Pacific)
Main subject:
Rectal Diseases
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Subcutaneous Emphysema
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Diagnosis, Differential
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Gas Gangrene
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Intestinal Perforation
Type of study:
Diagnostic study
Limits:
Adult
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Humans
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Male
Language:
English
Journal:
Journal of Korean Medical Science
Year:
2004
Type:
Article
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