Bowel Perforation
Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis & Emergency Surgical Management
Advanced Emergency & Digestive Care in Thane – By Dr. Ankur Bhanushali
What Is Bowel Perforation?
Bowel perforation is a life-threatening condition in which a hole develops in the wall of the intestine, allowing intestinal contents to leak into the abdominal cavity.
This leads to severe infection (peritonitis) and requires immediate medical and surgical treatment.
Common Causes of Bowel Perforation
✔ Peptic ulcer disease
✔ Intestinal obstruction
✔ Appendicitis
✔ Diverticulitis
✔ Inflammatory bowel disease
✔ Trauma or injury
✔ Cancer of the intestine
✔ Foreign body ingestion
Symptoms of Bowel Perforation
✔ Sudden severe abdominal pain
✔ Abdominal rigidity and tenderness
✔ Fever
✔ Nausea and vomiting
✔ Severe bloating
✔ Rapid heartbeat
✔ Low blood pressure
Emergency Warning Signs 🚨
🚨 Severe abdominal pain with rigidity
🚨 High fever and chills
🚨 Signs of septic shock
🚨 Confusion or fainting
Bowel perforation is a surgical emergency.
How Is Bowel Perforation Diagnosed?
✔ Blood tests (infection markers)
✔ X-ray abdomen (free air under diaphragm)
✔ CT scan abdomen (gold standard)
✔ Ultrasound abdomen
Emergency Treatment & Stabilization
✔ IV fluids
✔ Broad-spectrum antibiotics
✔ Pain control
✔ Nasogastric decompression
Surgical Treatment Options
✔ Emergency exploratory surgery
✔ Repair of perforation
✔ Removal of diseased bowel
✔ Temporary or permanent stoma (if required)
Recovery & Follow-Up
✔ ICU care in severe cases
✔ Gradual diet progression
✔ Infection control
✔ Regular follow-up
Possible Complications If Untreated
✔ Peritonitis
✔ Severe sepsis
✔ Multi-organ failure
✔ Death
Why Early Surgery Saves Lives
✔ Prevents spread of infection
✔ Reduces complications
✔ Improves survival rates
Why Choose Dr. Ankur Bhanushali?
✔ Expertise in emergency abdominal surgery
✔ Advanced laparoscopic & open techniques
✔ Rapid diagnosis and intervention
✔ Comprehensive hospital support
Aayush Multispeciality Hospital – Full Address
📍 1st Floor, Marigold Apartment
Almeda Road, Panch Pakhdi,
Thane West – 400602,
Maharashtra, India
📞 +91 86910 33033
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Dr. Ankur Surgical Clinic – Full Address
📍 Shop No. 4, Laxmi Krupa Building
Edulji Road, Charai,
Thane West – 400602,
Maharashtra, India
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