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There is fecal debris and air throughout the large bowel, obscuring the kidneys on both sides". findings on a recent ct scan should i be worried?

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Dr. John Di Saia answered

Specializes in Plastic Surgery

Not necessarily: That finding alone doesn't say much. :).

Answered 3/12/2020

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Dr. Justin Buchanan answered

Specializes in Radiology

See below: Fecal material and air are normal findings in the large bowel. It can sometimes obscure visualization of surrounding structures limiting evaluation.

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A member asked:

There is fecal debris and air throughout the large bowel, obscuring the kidneys on both sides". findings on a recent ct scan should i be worried?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. John Di Saia answered

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