Postpolypectomy Intramural Colonic Hematoma: The Conservative Management of a Potentially Fatal Complication

Case Reports in Gastroenterology

卷:11

关键词: Hematoma;    Postpolypectomy;    Complication;    Colonoscopy;   

DOI  :  10.1159/000480074

来源: DOAJ

【 摘 要 】

Most medical professionals consider colonoscopy to be a safe procedure with a low rate of severe complications such as bowel perforation, gastrointestinal tract bleeding, or mortality. Bowel wall hematoma is a rare complication associated with colonoscopy that can result in significant morbidity and even mortality. We present a case of postpolypectomy hematoma diagnosed with CT imaging and successfully managed in a conservative fashion.

【 授权许可】

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