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Pneumatosis intestinalis is a [[sign (medicine)|sign]] on [[x-ray]] which is highly suggestive for [[necrotizing enterocolitis]]. The literal meaning is gas in the bowel wall, as opposed to in the lumen which is normal. | Pneumatosis intestinalis is a [[sign (medicine)|sign]] on [[x-ray]] which is highly suggestive for [[necrotizing enterocolitis]]. The literal meaning is gas in the bowel wall, as opposed to in the lumen which is normal. Pneumatosis intestinalis (PI) is defined as the presence of gas in the bowel wall. PI is associated with numerous conditions, ranging from benign to life threatening. | ||
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Overview
Pneumatosis intestinalis is a sign on x-ray which is highly suggestive for necrotizing enterocolitis. The literal meaning is gas in the bowel wall, as opposed to in the lumen which is normal. Pneumatosis intestinalis (PI) is defined as the presence of gas in the bowel wall. PI is associated with numerous conditions, ranging from benign to life threatening.