Related Experiment Video
Updated: Jan 16, 2026

Fecal Microbiota Transplantation via Colonoscopy for Recurrent C. difficile Infection
Published on: December 8, 2014
Post-Colonoscopy Cecal Perforation Presenting as Soft Tissue Emphysema in Ileocecal Tuberculosis: A Case Report
Susan George1, Ajay Alex2, Prasanth T S1
1Division of Gastroenterology Government Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram.
Abstract:
Colonic perforation is an uncommon but serious complication of colonoscopy, which can be extraperitoneal, intraperitoneal, or a combination of both. We present a case of combined colonic perforation in a young woman with ileocecal tuberculosis who experienced colicky pain in the right iliac fossa. She underwent an emergency right hemicolectomy, with no signs of peritonitis observed during surgery. Postoperatively, she was started on antituberculosis therapy and is currently doing well. This case is notable because a thorough review of recent literature identified only three reported instances of post-colonoscopy retroperitoneal cecal perforation.
Related Concept Videos
Inflammatory Bowel Disease I: Ulcerative Colitis
Inflammatory bowel disease, or IBD, encompasses a group of disorders characterized by chronic inflammation or ulceration of the gastrointestinal tract.
Risk Factors
The exact cause of IBD remains unclear, although it is believed to be due to a mix of genetic, environmental, microbial, and immune factors. Genetic factors are significant in determining susceptibility to IBD, with family history being a critical risk factor. Individuals with a first-degree relative who has IBD are at...
Esophageal Perforation-II: Clinical Manifestations and Management
Clinical Manifestations:
Inflammatory Bowel Disease II: Crohn's Disease
Inflammatory bowel disease, commonly known as IBD, refers to a collection of disorders that lead to persistent inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract. The two types of IBD are ulcerative colitis, which impacts the colon, and Crohn's disease, which can involve any part of the gastrointestinal segment.
Crohn's disease
Crohn's disease is a chronic, systemic inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that predominantly affects the gastrointestinal tract. It is marked by...
Assessment of the Rectum and Anus
Rectal Inspection
Begin by inspecting the perianal and anal areas for color, texture, rashes,...
Inflammatory Bowel Disease V: Surgical Management
Here are some common surgical interventions for IBD:
Esophageal Perforation-I: Introduction
The location of esophageal perforation can vary, occurring anywhere along the esophagus....

