Bowel Perforation
Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis & Emergency Surgical Care
Advanced Emergency & Abdominal Surgery in Thane – By Dr. Ankur Bhanushali
What Is Bowel Perforation?
Bowel perforation is a hole or rupture in the wall of the intestine, allowing intestinal contents to leak into the abdominal cavity.
It is a life-threatening surgical emergency requiring immediate treatment.
Common Causes of Bowel Perforation
✔ Peptic ulcer disease
✔ Intestinal obstruction
✔ Typhoid or tuberculosis
✔ Trauma to the abdomen
✔ Colon cancer
✔ Diverticulitis
✔ Inflammatory bowel disease
Symptoms of Bowel Perforation
✔ Sudden severe abdominal pain
✔ Abdominal rigidity
✔ Fever
✔ Nausea and vomiting
✔ Abdominal distension
✔ Inability to pass stools or gas
Emergency Warning Signs 🚨
🚨 Severe abdominal pain with guarding
🚨 High fever
🚨 Low blood pressure
🚨 Rapid heartbeat
🚨 Signs of sepsis
Bowel perforation is a surgical emergency.
How Is Bowel Perforation Diagnosed?
✔ Blood tests
✔ X-ray abdomen (air under diaphragm)
✔ CT scan abdomen
✔ Diagnostic laparoscopy
Emergency Treatment & Stabilization
✔ Immediate hospital admission
✔ IV fluids
✔ Broad-spectrum antibiotics
✔ Pain management
✔ Nasogastric decompression
Definitive Surgical Treatment
✔ Repair of perforation
✔ Resection of affected bowel
✔ Stoma creation (temporary or permanent)
✔ Laparoscopic or open surgery
Recovery & Postoperative Care
✔ ICU monitoring if needed
✔ Gradual oral intake
✔ Wound care
✔ Antibiotic completion
Possible Complications If Untreated
✔ Peritonitis
✔ Sepsis
✔ Multi-organ failure
✔ Death
How Can Bowel Perforation Be Prevented?
✔ Early treatment of abdominal infections
✔ Timely surgery for obstruction
✔ Regular medical follow-up
Why Choose Dr. Ankur Bhanushali?
✔ Expertise in emergency abdominal surgery
✔ Rapid diagnosis and intervention
✔ Advanced laparoscopic skills
✔ Comprehensive postoperative care
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
📞 +91 86910 33066
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