Emphysematous Gastritis: A Real Indication for Emergent Surgical Intervention?

Emphysematous gastritis is a rare disease with gastric inflammation and intramural gas formation due to gas-forming microorganisms. It is diagnosed based on clinical presentation and imaging findings of gas in the gastric wall. Computed tomography is the preferred imaging modality. Early diagnosis and management are important since emphysematous gastritis is associated with high rates of morbidity and mortality. We present a case of emphysematous gastritis, which was successfully managed conservatively through early diagnosis and prompt treatment.