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. 2011 Feb 1;2011(2):1.
doi: 10.1093/jscr/2011.2.1.

Thigh subcutaneous emphysema: is that a clear indication for thigh exploration?

P Mekhail  1 , A Saklani  1 , M Philobos  1 , Ag Masoud  1
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Thigh subcutaneous emphysema: is that a clear indication for thigh exploration?

P Mekhail et al. J Surg Case Rep. .

Abstract

Thigh subcutaneous emphysema is an usual orthopaedic presentation normally associated with musculoskeletal problems or penetrating wounds. But, sometimes it can be related to abdominal pathology. We present a case of subcutaneous emphysema of the thigh secondary to para-caecal abscess.

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Figure 1
Right iliac fossa abscess
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Figure 2
subcutaneous thigh emphysema
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