Emphysematous cystitis presenting with subcutaneous emphysema.
A case is reported of subcutaneous emphysema of the neck in association with emphysematous cystitis and uncontrolled diabetes. Problems in its management are discussed. Anatomic pathway for the spread of the gas from the bladder to the subcutaneous tissues of the neck and the back is speculated.
D000368:Aged; D003556:Cystitis / Q000150:complications* / Q000175:diagnosis; D004646:Emphysema / Q000150:complications* / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D009333:Neck; D013352:Subcutaneous Emphysema / Q000209:etiology*