Silák J., Němec L., Ondrák M., Šefr R.: Pneumoscrotum: Uncommon Sign in Duodenal Perforation (A Case Review)

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Authors: J. Silák; L. Němec; M. Ondrák; R. Šefr
Authors‘ workplace: Oddělení chirurgické onkologie, Masarykův onkologický ústav Brno, primář MUDr. Zdeněk Eber
Published in: Rozhl. Chir., 2011, roč. 90, č. 4, s. 237-379.
Category: Monothematic special - Original

Overview

Therapeutic endoscopy is mostly primary method in treatment of biliary tree obstruction with its various complications. A case review describing an oncological pacient examined for obstructive icterus, with recognised pneumoscrotum after endoscopic examination (ERCP). In discussion we try to point out the need of knowledge of clinical examination, clinical signs of duodenal lesions and optimal treatment measures.

Key words:
pneumoscrotum – duodenal perforation – endoscopy – ERCP

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