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Fatal Air Embolism Associated With Pneumatosis Cystoides Intestinalis

Journal: International Journal of Forensic Science & Pathology (IJFP) (Vol.01, No. 02)

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Page : 04-06

Keywords : Air Embolism; Pneumotosis Cystoides Intestinalis; Portal Venous Air Embolism; Diverticulitis; Pseudomembranous Colitis.;

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Abstract

We report a unique fatality associated with pneumatosis cystoides intestinalis. The proposed mechanism of lethality is air embolization. Our basis for this interpretation is autopsy exclusion of other lethal mechanisms in association with identifiable physical findings. We offer anatomic and physiologic explanations for our interpretation, in association with a brief discussion thereof.

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