Encoscopy-induced barotrauma with concomitant benign pneumoperitoneum

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barotrauma, endoscopy, benign pneumoperitoneum

Abstract

Endoscopy is widely used for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes in modern clinical practice. Two of the less common complications are barotrauma and benign pneumoperitoneum. In isolation, these two complications have been successfully managed conservatively. We report a case of concomitant insufflation induced barotrauma and benign pneumoperitoneum following endoscopy, on a 74-year-old female that was admitted for gastrointestinal bleeding (GIT). A non-therapeutic laparotomy was performed, and she had an uneventful postoperative course. Although conservative management has been documented, in confounding findings, there should be a low threshold for intervention.

Author Biographies

H Gopee, University of the Witwatersrand

Department of Surgery, Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital, University of the Witwatersrand, South Africa

TK van Staden, University of the Witwatersrand

Department of Surgery, Thelle Mogoerane Regional Hospital, University of the Witwatersrand, South Africa

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2024-10-17

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Case Report