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Stabbed in left abdomen.
Patient Data
Age: 60 years
Gender: Male
From the case:
Penetrating trauma (stabbing) injury to the large bowel
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Thickening of the mid descending colon with active extravasation of oral contrast through a medial defect, also resulting in free intraperitoneal air and mild peritonitis. Stranding in the left flank subcutaneous tissues/musculature indicating the entry point.
Case Discussion
Uncommon case of stabbing injury into the left flank resulting in perforation of the colon and free spillage of oral contrast.