The Journal of Critical Care Medicine (Feb 2017)

Toxic Megacolon – A Three Case Presentation

  • Dumitru Irina Magdalena,
  • Dumitru Eugen,
  • Rugina Sorin,
  • Tuta Liliana Ana

DOI
https://doi.org/10.1515/jccm-2017-0008
Journal volume & issue
Vol. 3, no. 1
pp. 39 – 44

Abstract

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Introduction: Toxic megacolon is a life-threatening disease and is one of the most serious complications of Clostridium difficile infection (CDI), usually needing prompt surgical intervention. Early diagnosis and adequate medical treatment are mandatory.

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