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[Perforations during contrast enema].

H Vogel, U Steinkamp, E Grabbe

    Rontgen-Blatter; Zeitschrift Fur Rontgen-Technik Und Medizinisch-Wissenschaftliche Photographie
    |August 1, 1983
    PubMed
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    Contrast enema complications can be identified, distinguishing retroperitoneal from peritoneal perforations. Risk factors, including patient age and procedural elements, increase the likelihood of these serious events, especially in children.

    Area of Science:

    • Radiology
    • Gastroenterology
    • Surgical Complications

    Background:

    • Contrast enema is a diagnostic procedure for evaluating the colon.
    • Perforation is a rare but serious complication of contrast enema.
    • Understanding different types and risk factors is crucial for prevention and management.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To differentiate various types of perforations occurring during contrast enema.
    • To identify specific risk factors associated with contrast enema-induced perforations.
    • To highlight populations at higher risk, such as children.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of contrast enema procedures and associated complications.
    • Radiographic analysis to distinguish perforation sites (retroperitoneal vs. peritoneal).

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  • Identification and categorization of risk factors and special forms of perforation.

    • Main Results:

    • Contrast enema allows differentiation between retroperitoneal and peritoneal perforations.
    • Specific findings include barium granulomas, submucosal spread, contrast embolism, and fistulous tract penetration.
    • Identified risk factors include balloon catheters, hard-tipped tubes, excessive pressure, and patient factors like advanced age and intestinal diseases.

    Conclusions:

    • Accurate differentiation of perforation types is possible with contrast enema.
    • Several procedural and patient-related factors significantly increase perforation risk.
    • Children and elderly patients, along with those undergoing complex procedures, require heightened vigilance.