Shocking case: A 63-year-old man sneezes so hard that his colon falls out of his body. While eating breakfast
According to the report, it was found that the accident occurred while he was eating breakfast in a Florida restaurant in the United States. After sneezing and coughing several times, he suddenly felt “wet,” followed by severe pain. When the shirt was lifted and examined, it was discovered that the “large intestine” was several inches long. He emerged from a surgical wound in the abdomen
When an ambulance was called to the scene officers say they noticed a three-inch hole in diameter and he said “a lot of intestine” was protruding, adding that he had recently undergone abdominal surgery. But the doctor confirmed that the wound healed well. He and his wife decided to come to the restaurant to celebrate their improved health. He didn't expect something like this to happen.
Fortunately, there was only minimal blood loss. No damage to other organs this time to ensure that the wound does not open again. Next, the surgeon performed a figure 8 suture, which is one of the most advanced and powerful sutures available. After six days of treatment in hospital, he was able to return home. He is said to have recovered without any complications.
This man's case is shown in American Journal of Medical Case Reports It is expected that the surgical wound was opened in this way. This happens in 3 out of every 100 people who have had abdominal or pelvic surgery. It is found more in elderly patients and for 4 in 10 patients, it can be fatal. This is due to excessive blood loss. And infection of the organs that were touched
