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Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Surgical Gastroenterology
  • Emergency Medicine

Background:

  • Peptic ulcer disease (PUD) affects millions globally, with perforated peptic ulcer (PPU) being a life-threatening complication.
  • PPU presents as an acute abdomen, carrying a high risk of morbidity and mortality, with lifetime prevalence in PUD patients around 5%.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide an updated review of current evidence on perforated peptic ulcer (PPU).
  • To cover common causes, clinical features, diagnostics, management strategies, and complications of PPU.

Main Methods:

  • Comprehensive literature review of recent evidence on PPU.
  • Synthesis of information on diagnosis, non-operative and operative management, and post-operative care.

Main Results:

  • The classic triad of sudden abdominal pain, tachycardia, and rigidity indicates PPU.
  • Standard radiography may miss diaphragmatic free air in up to 15% of perforation cases.
  • Exploratory laparotomy with omental patch repair is the gold standard; laparoscopy is an option with expertise.

Conclusions:

  • Early diagnosis, resuscitation, and urgent surgical intervention are critical for PPU management.
  • Treatment choice depends on ulcer characteristics, with gastrectomy for large or malignant ulcers.
  • Advancements allow medical PUD treatment, but PPU necessitates prompt surgical action.