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Gastrointestinal perforation |
| Overview Symptoms Treatment Prevention |
| Alternative Names: |
| Intestinal perforation; Perforation of the intestines |
| Symptoms: |
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Severe abdominal pain, fevers, nausea, and vomiting can accompany perforation. |
| Signs and tests: |
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X-rays of the abdomen reveal air in the abdominal cavity, suggesting a perforation. CT scan of the abdomen often reveals the location of the perforation. The white blood cell (WBC) count is often elevated. |
Digestive system |
Digestive system organs |
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