Korean J Gastrointest Endosc.  1998 Aug;18(4):611-617.

A Case of Pneumatosis Cystoides Intestinalis

Affiliations
  • 1Department of Internal Medicine, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan, Seoul, Korea.
  • 2Department of Surgery, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan, Seoul, Korea.
  • 3Department of Radiology, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan, Seoul, Korea.
  • 4Department of Pathology, Asan Medical Center, University of Ulsan, Seoul, Korea.

Abstract

Pneumatosis cystoides intestinalis (PCI) is defined as the presence of multiple gas filled cysts in the wall of gastrointestinal tract, and was first reported by Duvernoi in 1730 from the pathologic findings at autopsy. The etiology and pathogenesis of this relatively rare but distinctive disorder remain unresolved. We recently experienced a case of PCI, in a 28-year old woman with chronic constipation for about 10 years. The case is presented with review of the literature.

Keyword

Pneumatosis cystoides intestinalis; Constipation

MeSH Terms

Adult
Autopsy
Constipation
Female
Gastrointestinal Tract
Humans
Pneumatosis Cystoides Intestinalis*
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