What is Gastric Perforation?

Description of the disease

Gastric perforation is a rupture of the stomach wall, which can lead to serious consequences and requires immediate medical attention.

Classification

• There are two types of gastric perforation: acute (sudden) and chronic (gradual).

Symptoms

• Acute pain in the upper abdomen;
• Tension of the abdominal wall;
• Tension in the abdominal cavity;
• Tachycardia (rapid pulse);
• Pallor;

Causes

Gastric perforation can be caused by an ulcer, stomach cancer, trauma, or other gastrointestinal diseases.

Diagnosis

Diagnosis of gastric perforation includes physical examination, laboratory tests, X-rays, and computed tomography.

Treatment

Treatment of gastric perforation involves surgical closure of the defect in the stomach wall and addressing the underlying cause of the rupture.

Prevention

Prevention of gastric perforation includes timely treatment of peptic ulcer disease, prevention of gastric cancer, avoiding trauma, and seeking medical help promptly when symptoms occur.

Doctor

Surgery for gastric perforation is performed by a surgeon.