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CC BY 4.0 · Journal of Gastrointestinal and Abdominal Radiology 2024; 07(01): 073-078
DOI: 10.1055/s-0043-1777266
Case Report

Retroperitoneal Colon Perforation with Review of Retroperitoneal Anatomic Relationships: Case Series with Review of Literature

Shina Satoh
1   Staten Island University Hospital, Northwell Health, Staten Island, New York, United States
,
Albert Hwang
1   Staten Island University Hospital, Northwell Health, Staten Island, New York, United States
,
Leonard Berliner
1   Staten Island University Hospital, Northwell Health, Staten Island, New York, United States
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Abstract

We present two cases of iatrogenic retroperitoneal perforation involving the ascending and descending colon. The unique imaging findings in these two cases demonstrate potential routes of communication for air originating in the retroperitoneum. In context of these cases, we review the clinical presentation, management, and anatomic features of retroperitoneal perforation. Along with clinical history, an understanding of retroperitoneal anatomic relationships can aid radiologists in identifying the origin of perforation.

Keywords

retroperitoneal perforation - pneumoretroperitoneum - computed tomography - radiograph - retroperitoneal anatomy


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Article published online:
01 December 2023

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