Gastrointestinal perforation Flashcards
1
Q
Features
A
epigastric pain, later becoming more generalised –> peritonism
patients may describe syncope
2
Q
Causes
A
Peptic ulcer disease (PUD)
Gallbladder disease.
Crohn’s disease.
Forceful vomiting.
Ulcerative colitis.
Blockage of the bowel.
Diverticulitis.
Cancer
