Blunt and Penetrating Injury to the Bowel: A Review.

Clin Colon Rectal Surg

Department of Surgery, Harborview Medical Center, University of Washington, Seattle, Washington.

Published: November 2024

AI Article Synopsis

  • Traumatic injuries to the small and large bowel are frequent and can lead to severe health complications, particularly in stable patients who experience blunt trauma.
  • Early diagnosis of these injuries is crucial, as delays can result in poorer patient outcomes.
  • The available management literature mainly consists of retrospective studies and case reports, prompting the creation of a comprehensive resource for healthcare providers managing trauma patients.

Article Abstract

Traumatic injuries to the small and large bowel are common and can be highly morbid. Identifying these injuries, especially in stable patients who suffer blunt trauma, can be challenging. It is critical that traumatic bowel injuries are diagnosed in a timely fashion as delays in diagnosis and treatment are associated with worse outcomes. The literature outlining the management of traumatic bowel injuries is mostly comprised of retrospective data and case reports/series. We have compiled the existing literature and relevant guidelines into a single resource for providers who care for traumatically injured patients.

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http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC11466513PMC
http://dx.doi.org/10.1055/s-0043-1777668DOI Listing

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