Colon perforation from an uncommon cause: a case report

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This case reports colon perforation associated with pelvic fractures, highlighting the necessity for prompt surgical intervention.

Colonic perforation occurred due to entrapment within a pelvic fracture, leading to a surgical emergency.
The patient presented with stable vital signs and clear neurological function, scoring 15/15 on the Glasgow Coma Scale.
Whole-body CT revealed a Type III pelvic injury with bowel perforation and free air, necessitating immediate surgery.
Early diagnosis and intervention are crucial to prevent severe complications such as sepsis in similar cases.

Papadopoulos et al. (2025) studied this question.

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