Open AccessPneumatosis cystoides intestinalis in an elderly patient, better to be safe than sorry
Author(s) -
Gabriel A Molina,
Germanico Fuentes,
Monica Elizabeth Orejuela,
Juan Marcelo Herrera,
Galo Enrique Jiménez,
Johanna Carolina Pinto,
Maria M Cobo
Publication year - 2020
Publication title -
journal of surgical case reports
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.14
H-Index - 3
ISSN - 2042-8812
DOI - 10.1093/jscr/rjaa053
Subject(s) - pneumatosis cystoides intestinalis , medicine , emergency department , abdominal pain , conservative treatment , surgery , general surgery , nursing
Pneumatosis cystoides intestinalis is a rare pathology with nonspecific symptoms that can be easily misdiagnosed. Clinical awareness along with close surveillance is critical to effectively diagnose and treat this condition. Current treatment is based on conservative therapy including antibiotics and oxygen. Surgery is only recommended when complications are suspected. Here, we present the case of a 72-year-old female admitted to the emergency department with abdominal pain and vomits. Pneumatosis cystoides intestinalis was diagnosed and was successfully treated. On follow-up visits, patient is recovering and doing well.