Pneumoperitoneum

Pneumoperitoneum

Aparato digestivo

Trastornos de la cavidad peritoneal

Aspectos destacados

en inglés

Pneumoperitoneum is the abnormal presence of air or other gas in the peritoneal cavity. The most common cause is a perforated abdominal viscus, often a perforated peptic ulcer, although any part of the bowel may perforate from a benign ulcer, tumor, or abdominal trauma. The diagnosis of pneumoperitoneum is typically made by physical examination and imaging tests such as X-rays or CT scan. Treatment involves surgery to address the underlying cause, antibiotics, and supportive care.