Pneumatosis Cystoides intestinalis : Report of two cases

Turan M., Sen M., Egilmez R.

ACTA CHIRURGICA BELGICA, cilt.104, sa.6, ss.742-744, 2004 (SCI-Expanded) identifier identifier

  • Yayın Türü: Makale / Tam Makale
  • Cilt numarası: 104 Sayı: 6
  • Basım Tarihi: 2004
  • Doi Numarası: 10.1080/00015458.2004.11679657
  • Dergi Adı: ACTA CHIRURGICA BELGICA
  • Derginin Tarandığı İndeksler: Science Citation Index Expanded (SCI-EXPANDED), Scopus
  • Sayfa Sayıları: ss.742-744
  • Sivas Cumhuriyet Üniversitesi Adresli: Hayır

Özet

We present two cases of Pneumatosis Cystoides Intestinalis (PCI) involving the small intestine : emergency operations was mandatory. At surgery, the affected ileal segments were resected. After surgery, clinical courses were uneventful. PCI is a sign, not a disease, and therefore its significance is directly related to the patient's overall clinical status. Treatment is not indicated in asymptomatic patients, whereas immediate surgical intervention is necessary in patients with abdominal catastrophes.