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  • Gastroenterology
  • General Surgery
  • Internal Medicine

Background:

  • Spontaneous pneumoperitoneum (SP) is defined as free air in the peritoneal cavity without visceral perforation.
  • It typically presents with acute abdominal pain, leukocytosis, and elevated inflammatory markers.

Observation:

  • A recurrent case of SP in a 58-year-old male with inclusion body myositis and hypertension is presented.
  • The patient initially presented with bilateral leg cellulitis.
  • Abdominal CT revealed retroperitoneal free air, but endoscopic and surgical evaluations excluded visceral perforation.

Findings:

  • Despite the absence of a clear perforation source, conservative management, including antibiotics and supportive care, led to clinical improvement.
  • This case highlights a rare recurrent presentation of SP in a patient with significant comorbidities.

Implications:

  • The findings suggest that SP can occur recurrently and may be managed conservatively even in complex cases.
  • Further research into the underlying mechanisms of SP in patients with myositis and other chronic conditions is warranted.
  • This case underscores the importance of a thorough diagnostic workup to rule out perforation while considering conservative treatment options for SP.