Tension Fecopneumothorax

J Emerg Trauma Shock. 2022 Apr-Jun;15(2):105-107. doi: 10.4103/jets.jets_100_21. Epub 2022 Jun 27.

Abstract

Fecopneumothorax causing tension (hemodynamic compromise) is an extremely rare situation, mostly as a result of blunt trauma. Here, we present an 86-year-old gentleman who presented with tension fecopneumothorax, with an interesting backstory as to the development of fecopneumothorax.

Keywords: Diaphragmatic hernia; fecopneumothorax; hydropneumothorax.

Publication types

  • Case Reports