Showing posts with label Peritoneal and omental rule 5: D.D. Peritonitis. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Peritoneal and omental rule 5: D.D. Peritonitis. Show all posts

Tuesday, 22 November 2011

Peritoneal and omental rule 5: D.D. Peritonitis

-Peritonitis means infection of the peritoneum.
-CT appearance:
Enhanced thickened peritoneum.
Abscess formation + or - air fluid level.
Stranding or dirty appearance of surrounding fat.