Gas Where It Shouldn't Be! Imaging Spectrum of Emphysematous Infections in the Abdomen and Pelvis
Pankaj Raj Nepal, Vijayanadh Ojili, Neeraj Kaur, Sree Harsha Tirumani, Arpit Nagar
Abstract
Emphysematous infections are associated with high morbidity and mortality and thus need urgent medical and surgical interventions. CT is the most sensitive modality to detect gas; CT provides definitive diagnosis in most cases and can depict the extent of involvement.
Topics & Concepts
MedicineAbdomenPelvisRadiologyNuclear medicineInfectious Disease Case Reports and TreatmentsDiverticular Disease and ComplicationsAmoebic Infections and Treatments