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Gangrene of the intestine is a condition where there is death of a portion of the intestinal tissue due to insufficient blood supply. The gross anatomy of the intestine affected by gangrene includes the following features:

  1. Color: The affected portion of the intestine appears dark, purple or black due to lack of oxygenated blood supply.
  2. Size: The affected portion may appear swollen or distended due to accumulation of gas and fluids in the intestine.
  3. Texture: The affected portion of the intestine may feel softer or more flaccid compared to the normal, healthy tissue.
  4. Perforation: If the condition is severe, the affected tissue may perforate or rupture, leading to the leakage of fecal matter into the abdominal cavity.
  5. Blood vessels: The affected portion of the intestine may have damaged blood vessels or complete occlusion of blood flow leading to ischemic damage.
  6. Surrounding tissue: The surrounding tissue of the affected portion may be inflamed, and there may be signs of infection, such as pus formation or abscess.
  7. Treatment: Treatment for gangrene of the intestine typically involves surgical removal of the affected portion of the intestine followed by antibiotics to prevent or treat any associated infections.
Specimen Number
49