Surgical Management of Nontraumatic Terminal Ileal Perforation
Author Information
Author(s): Wani Rauf A, Parray Fazl Q, Bhat Nadeem A, Wani Mehmood A, Bhat Tasaduq H, Farzana Fowzia
Primary Institution: Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences
Hypothesis
What is the optimal surgical management for patients with nontraumatic terminal ileal perforation?
Conclusion
Early diagnosis and treatment of terminal ileal perforation can reduce complications and improve outcomes.
Supporting Evidence
- 79 cases of nontraumatic terminal ileal perforation were studied.
- 62% of perforations were due to enteric fever.
- 49% of patients underwent simple closure of the perforation.
Takeaway
If someone has a hole in their intestine, especially from typhoid fever, doctors need to fix it quickly to help them feel better.
Methodology
This was a prospective study evaluating the clinical profile and surgical management of patients with nontraumatic terminal ileal perforation over 7 years.
Limitations
The study may not represent cases from developed countries where different causes and management strategies exist.
Participant Demographics
The mean age of participants was 34.62 years, with a male to female ratio of 3:1.
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