Blunt abdominal trauma causing a 'degloving injury' to the colon.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
A case of an unusual degloving injury of the descending colon resulting from a crushing injury to the mid-torso is reported. The diagnosis was made at laparotomy for associated injuries. The colon was stripped of its muscle layers and mesentery for 10 cm without perforation.
Medical subject headings
- Abdominal Injuries
- Colon
- Wounds, Nonpenetrating