Rigler sign

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Diagnosis certain

Presentation

Abdominal pain.

Note: This case has been tagged as "legacy" as it no longer meets image preparation and/or other case publication guidelines.

x-ray

X-ray demonstrates a Rigler sign, of pneumoperitoneum. 

Annotated image

Box highlights positive Rigler sign. 

ct

CT confirms the finding. Lung windows can be helpful in finding free gas in the abdomen. 

Case Discussion

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