Pneumatosis cystoides intestinalis--in Tanzania.
Pneumatosis cystoides intestinalis (PCI) is a rare benign condition affecting portions of the intestinal tract, characterised by: multiple subserosa and submucosal gas cysts, unknown aetiology, and non specific clinical presentation. Its diagnosis is often coincidental. Management of PCI entails that of the associated condition.
Aziz
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Department of Surgery, Muhimbili Medical Centre, Dar es Salaam.
Wandwi
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Mkony
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D000328:Adult; D016145:Endoscopy, Digestive System; D005743:Gastrectomy; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D010437:Peptic Ulcer / Q000150:complications; D011006:Pneumatosis Cystoides Intestinalis / Q000150:complications / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery; D011859:Radiography; D013636:Tanzania