| Literature DB >> 1130860 |
J W Lewis, M D Kerstein, N Koss.
Abstract
Barium sulfate granuloma of the rectum may develop when this contrast material is forced through a discontinuity in the rectal mucosa. The ensuing mass may be confused with carcinoma. Preoperative biopsy and attention to plain films will prevent unnecessary inappropriate surgery.Entities:
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Year: 1975 PMID: 1130860 PMCID: PMC1343781 DOI: 10.1097/00000658-197504000-00009
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Ann Surg ISSN: 0003-4932 Impact factor: 12.969