Retroperitoneal and Mediastinal Emphysema after Sigmoid Colon Resection

Retroperitoneal and Mediastinal Emphysema after Sigmoid Colon Resection

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Retroperitoneal and mediastinal emphysema after colon resection is extremely rare, especially in the absence of anastomotic leakage.The feasibility and safety of conservative treatment for this complication are unknown.We report a patient who underwent open 1861 remington revolver replica sigmoid colon resection for colon cancer and developed retroperitoneal and mediastinal emphysema that was not caused by anastomotic leakage.Retroperitoneal and mediastinal emphysema occurred as jet puffed lucky charms marshmallows a result of diverticular perforation.

We were able to treat this patient successfully with conservative management.