[Unusual cause of pneumoperitoneum: upper genital infection complicating endometrial cancer. Apropos of 2 cases]

J Chir (Paris). 1985 May;122(5):315-7.
[Article in French]

Abstract

Two cases are reported that illustrate a very unusual etiology of pneumoperitoneum: production of gas by germs from an infected genital tract lesion. Possible germs that can be involved are described, as well as the therapy applied which led to a favorable outcome in both patients.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Adenocarcinoma / complications*
  • Aged
  • Anti-Bacterial Agents / therapeutic use
  • Bacterial Infections / etiology*
  • Female
  • Genital Diseases, Female / microbiology*
  • Humans
  • Hysterectomy
  • Middle Aged
  • Pneumoperitoneum / etiology*
  • Uterine Neoplasms / complications*

Substances

  • Anti-Bacterial Agents