Pneumoperitoneum, Pneumothorax, and Pneumoretroperitoneum Post Colonoscopy: A Case report and Review of Literature

Colonic perforation post colonoscopy is rarely seen; however, when coupled with massive pneumoperitoneum in haemodynamically stable patients, a real dilemma for surgeons is created. The decision between watchful waiting versus surgical intervention is the real challenge and while most surgeons will...

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Main Authors: Melissa Kyriakos Saad, Toufic Saber, George Cortas, Elias Saikaly
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: European Medical Journal 2020-12-01
Series:European Medical Journal Gastroenterology
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Online Access:https://www.emjreviews.com/gastroenterology/article/pneumoperitoneum-pneumothorax-and-pneumoretroperitoneum-post-colonoscopy-a-case-report-and-review-of-literature/