An erect chest x-ray is probably the most sensitive plain radiograph for the detection of free intraperitoneal gas. If a large volume pneumoperitoneum is present, it may be superimposed over a normally aerated lung with normal lung markings.
subdiaphragmatic free gas
leaping dolphin sign
cupola sign (on supine film)
continuous diaphragm sign
Pneumoperitoneum
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