Summary
An apparently unique case of generalized subcutaneous emphysema associated with massive pneumoperitoneum, pneumopericardium and pneumomediastinum without pneumothorax resulting from rectovaginal fistula following total abdominal hysterectomy is presented, with a brief review of the literature. The mechanism and pathway of the spread of air are outlined.
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Patel, D.R., Shrivastav, R. & Nichols, J. An unusual complication of rectovaginal fistula: Report of a case. Dis Colon Rectum 17, 246–248 (1974). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02588110
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02588110