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  • Trauma surgery
  • Gastroenterology
  • Occupational health

Background:

  • Industrial use of compressed air is increasing, posing risks of pneumatic injury.
  • Damage to the large intestine from compressed air is an uncommon but severe complication.

Observation:

  • A patient presented with abdominal pain and distension after accidental compressed air exposure to the buttocks.
  • Physical examination revealed peritoneal irritation and abdominal distension; CT confirmed intra-abdominal air and perineal emphysema.

Findings:

  • Laparotomy revealed a rectal perforation.
  • The patient underwent a Hartmann procedure for the injury.

Implications:

  • This case underscores the critical importance of safe compressed air handling protocols in industrial settings.
  • Prompt diagnosis and surgical management are essential for patients with suspected pneumatic rectal injury.