Pneumatosis cystoides intestinalis: a pathophysiologic explanation of the roentgenographic signs

Gastrointest Radiol. 1976;1(2):177-81. doi: 10.1007/BF02256362.

Abstract

Pneumatosis intestinalis was first described by DuVernoi in 1730. The roentgenographic, gross, and microscopic apthologic changes are secondary to noncommunicating gas-filled cysts which occur either in submucosa or subserosa. The clinical findings, roentgenologic signs, and treatment are discussed. A differential diagnosis and pathophysiologic explanation for the changes are presented.

Publication types

  • Research Support, U.S. Gov't, P.H.S.

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Child
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Intestines / diagnostic imaging
  • Intestines / physiopathology
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Pneumatosis Cystoides Intestinalis / diagnostic imaging*
  • Pneumatosis Cystoides Intestinalis / physiopathology
  • Radiography