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Gastrointestinal perforation is a hole that develops through the entire wall of the stomach, small intestine, large bowel, or gallbladder. This condition is a medical emergency. |
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Causes
Gastrointestinal perforation can be caused by a variety of illnesses, including appendicitis, diverticulitis, ulcer d...
Tests
X-rays of the abdomen may show air in the abdominal cavity (not in the stomach or intestines), suggesting a perforati...
Treatments
Treatment usually involves surgery to repair the hole (perforation. Occasionally, a small part of the intestine must ...
Complications
Complications include: Bleeding; Infection (possible, sepsis; Intra-abdominal abscess.
Prevention
Prevention depends on the cause. Diseases that may lead to intestinal perforation should be treated appropriately.
Doctor Specialties
Call your doctor if you have severe abdominal pain, fever, nausea, vomiting, blood in your stool, or changes in bowel...
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