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Importance of Its Radiologic Recognition

Faye C. Laing, MD; Jon D. Shanser, MD; Brian J. Salmen, MD

Arch Surg. 1978;113(2):156-158.

Abstract
• Vaginitis emphysematosa (VE) is a benign, self-limited condition characterized by a myriad of gas-filled spaces in the subepithelial lining of the vaginal wall, which give it a distinct radiographic appearance. Failure to make the correct diagnosis may lead to an inappropriate course of treatment, including surgery. Although it is considered rare, we have encountered five cases of VE in the course of a year.

(Arch Surg 113:156-158, 1978)

Author Affiliations
From the Department of Radiology, University of California School of Medicine, San Francisco.

Footnotes
Accepted for publication Aug 15, 1977.

Reprint requests to Department of Radiology, M-380, University of California School of Medicine, San Francisco, CA 94143 (Dr Laing).

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