Opioid drugs and stercoral perforation of the colon: Case report and review of literature
Conclusion Patients presenting with chronic constipation, fecal impaction on imaging and clinical signs of peritonitis or sepsis, should consider stercoral perforation in their differential diagnosis since early detection is key to reduce mortality rates in these cases.
Source: International Journal of Surgery Case Reports - Category: Surgery Source Type: research
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