Delayed jejunal perforation following blunt abdominal trauma

Ann R Coll Surg Engl. 2010 Mar;92(2):W23-4. doi: 10.1308/147870810X476764.

Abstract

Jejunal perforation is a known complication of abdominal trauma. We report two cases of jejunal perforation presenting nearly 2 months following blunt injury to the abdomen and discuss possible mechanisms for delayed small bowel perforation.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Accidents, Traffic
  • Adult
  • Humans
  • Intestinal Perforation / diagnosis*
  • Intestinal Perforation / etiology
  • Jejunum / injuries*
  • Male
  • Time Factors
  • Wounds, Nonpenetrating / complications
  • Wounds, Nonpenetrating / diagnosis*