Colonic perforation following ingestion of plastic sheeting.
A case report of fatal faecal peritonitis, in a mentally retarded patient, resulting from perforation of the colon caused by ingested plastic sheeting is presented. Foreign body perforation of the intestines is discussed.
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D000328:Adult; D003106:Colon / Q000293:injuries*; D003108:Colonic Diseases / Q000209:etiology; D005260:Female; D005547:Foreign Bodies / Q000150:complications*; D006801:Humans; D007415:Intestinal Obstruction / Q000209:etiology; D007416:Intestinal Perforation / Q000209:etiology*