Duodenal ulcer perforation peritonitis as a cause of acute abdomen in pediatric population: a rare case report and review of literature
Duodenal ulcer perforation should be considered as a potential cause of peritonitis in children with acute abdomen, even in the absence of typical radiographic signs. Early recognition and surgical intervention are essential for favorable outcomes.
Authors
- Rijan Kafle
- Tek Nath Yogi (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0006-0474-1123)
- Amrit Bhusal (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1049-4142)
- Rajesh Prasad Sah
- K. C. Suraj
- Manish Gahatraj
- Krish Rauniyar
- Nakendra Malla
Institutions
- B.P. Koirala Institute of Health Sciences (NP)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Annals of Medicine and Surgery
- Published
- 2025-04-28
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1097/ms9.0000000000003315
- Primary Topic
- Intestinal Malrotation and Obstruction Disorders
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00