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Injuries of the duodenum.

R M Shorr, G C Greaney, A J Donovan

    American Journal of Surgery
    |July 1, 1987
    PubMed
    Summary

    Primary repair is the preferred treatment for duodenal injuries, showing a lower mortality rate. Complex operations are reserved for severe cases, with duodenal fistula remaining a significant complication.

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    Area of Science:

    • Gastroenterology
    • Surgical Research
    • Trauma Surgery

    Background:

    • Duodenal injuries present significant management challenges.
    • Mortality and morbidity associated with duodenal trauma are high.
    • Effective treatment strategies for duodenal injuries are crucial.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To review treatment outcomes for patients with duodenal injuries.
    • To identify factors influencing mortality and complications.
    • To evaluate the efficacy of primary repair versus other surgical interventions.

    Main Methods:

    • Retrospective review of 115 patient records with duodenal injuries.
    • Analysis of treatment modalities including primary repair and duodenal diverticulization.
    • Assessment of mortality rates and postoperative complications.

    Main Results:

    • Primary repair was performed in 83% of patients.
    • Overall mortality was 12%; reduced to 4% in patients surviving >48 hours.
    • Vascular injury was the leading cause of early death; enteric perforations were common in sepsis.
    • Duodenal fistula remained a significant postoperative complication.

    Conclusions:

    • Primary repair with drainage is the recommended treatment for duodenal injuries.
    • Gastrostomy and feeding jejunostomy can be beneficial adjuncts.
    • Complex surgical approaches should be limited to select severe duodenal injury cases.

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