Intracolonic explosion

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An intracolonic explosion is an explosion inside the colon of a person due to ignition of explosive gases such as methane. This can happen during colonic exploration, as a result of the electrical nature of a colonoscope. The result can be acute colonic perforation which can be fatal[1].

[edit] References

  1. ^ http://www.wjgnet.com/1007-9327/13/5295.pdf

[edit] See Also

  • Altomare DF, Memeo V. 1993. Colonic explosion during diathermy colotomy. Report of a case. Dis Colon Rectum. 36(3):291-2.)
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