Duodenal blowout is:: (A) Perforation of duodenal ulcer, (B) Iatrogenic, (C) Complication of paial gastrectomy, (D) Due to Trauma
Answer is C. DUODENAL STUMP BLOWOUT - Duodenal stump blowout is massive leakage from duodenal stump following BiIlroth-II gastrectomy. CLINICAL FEATURES: - It usually occurs on 4Qto 7Q post-operative day. TREATMENT: - Adequate drainage must be Instituted Immediately, TPN should be instituted . - Fistula closure can be anticipated within 2-3 weeks.