What causes duodenal perforation and perforated duodenal ulcer?

• • Causes of duodenal perforation include severe peptic ulcers, traumatic injury, ingestion of foreign objects, and complications from certain medical procedures.
• • Causes of perforated duodenal ulcer include longterm use of nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), Helicobacter pylori infection, excessive alcohol consumption, and smoking.

What are the signs and symptoms of a duodenal perforation?

• • Sudden, severe abdominal pain
• • Abdominal tenderness and rigidity
• • Nausea and vomiting
• • Fever
• • Rapid heartbeat and signs of shock

What is laparoscopic perforated duodenal ulcer repair and what are its benefits?

• • Laparoscopic perforated duodenal ulcer repair is a minimally invasive surgery where small incisions and a camera are used to guide the repair process.
• • Benefits of laparoscopic surgery include shorter recovery times, less postoperative pain, reduced risk of infection, smaller scars, and quicker return to normal activities.