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
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Case Reports
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English Abstract
MeSH terms
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Adenocarcinoma / complications*
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Aged
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Anti-Bacterial Agents / therapeutic use
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Bacterial Infections / etiology*
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Female
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Genital Diseases, Female / microbiology*
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Humans
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Hysterectomy
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Middle Aged
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Pneumoperitoneum / etiology*
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Uterine Neoplasms / complications*