Clinico-demographic study of Peptic Perforation

Abstract

Objective: Peptic Ulcer perforation is commonest emergency faced by the surgeons. Objective of this study is to assess the surgical outcome and prognosis of peptic ulcer perforation. Materials & Methods : Data from 25 patients who underwent emergency exploratory laparotomy for peptic ulcer perforation were recorded retrospectively in general srgery department of  tertiary care hospital of Ahmedabad from November 2017 to November 2020. Demographic data with clinical presentation, intraoperative findings, surgical procedures and post-operative outcome were analysed. Result :The mortality rate was 16%. Of total patients, 44% had co-morbid illness. Co-morbid illness is also one of the reason for mortality in majority of elderly patients.  Most common complication was Wound Infection. Male outnumbered the Females.  Conclusion: Early patient presentation to the hospital with adequate resuscitation is must to reduce morbidity and mortality in peptic ulcer perforation patients.