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Alcohol Withdrawal Misdiagnosis [Sigmoid Anastomosis Leak Treated With CIWA Protocol]

Alcohol Withdrawal Misdiagnosis [Sigmoid Anastomosis Leak Treated With CIWA Protocol]

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Mar 13, 2023
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A 70-year-old woman had been suffering from a long history of complicated diverticulitis.

Her colorectal surgeon recommended a sigmoid resection.

She was a heavy alcohol drinker but stopped drinking several days before the surgery.

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