Aeroportia - A Rare Finding for a Frequent Disease
Journal Title: Clinical Medical Reviews and Case Reports - Year 2016, Vol 3, Issue 2
Abstract
A 69-year-old female was admitted to our hospital with complaints of abdominal pain and diarrhea for the last 2 weeks. She was obese, diabetic, and had peripheral arterial disease, but no history of bowel disease or previous gastrointestinal symptoms. Physical examination revealed severe dehydration, hypotension, and diffuse abdominal discomfort. Acute kidney injury with anuria and significant leukocytosis were documented. Furthermore, the patient had severe lactic acidosis.
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