Presentation
Rule out constipation.
Patient Data
Age: 55 years
Gender: Female
From the case:
Pneumatosis cystoides coli
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Multiple radiolucent structures are seen near the splenic angle. The findings are compatible with pneumatosis cystoides colli.
From the case:
Pneumatosis cystoides coli
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CT-scan confirms the diagnosis. However, a small pneumoperitoneum is also seen.
Case Discussion
Asymptomatic pneumoperitoneum may be associated with pneumatosis cystoides coli.
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