Research Article: Risk Factors of Gastrointestinal Perforation with a Poor Prognosis
Abstract:
Gastrointestinal perforation is the complete penetration of the digestive tract, which may be caused by inflammation, ulcer, medication, diverticulum, connective tissue disorders, neoplasm, iatrogenic procedure and so on. Leakage of alimentary contents into the peritoneal cavity may result in peritoneal infection, sepsis, septic shock, and even life-threatening complications following gastrointestinal perforation. Despite advances in surgery and emergency medicine, gastrointestinal perforation has a % to % mortality rate.– Acute abdominal pain may be the most frequent clinical manifestation of gastrointestinal perforation. However, some perforations, particularly colonic perforations, may progress slowly, delaying the initiation of appropriate treatment. Timely recognition of gastrointestinal perforation, particularly in cases with a poor prognosis, is crucial for reducing complications and mortality.
Introduction:
Gastrointestinal perforation is the complete penetration of the digestive tract, which may be caused by inflammation, ulcer, medication, diverticulum, connective tissue disorders, neoplasm, iatrogenic procedure and so on. Leakage of alimentary contents into the peritoneal cavity may result in peritoneal infection, sepsis, septic shock, and even life-threatening complications following gastrointestinal perforation. Despite advances in surgery and emergency medicine, gastrointestinal perforation has a % to %…
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