Theunis P, Coenen L, Brouwers J
Department of Surgery, St. Joseph Hospital, Mechelen.
Acta Chir Belg. 1988 Sep-Oct;88(5):309-11.
Diagnosis, surgical management and complications of gastric rupture from blunt abdominal trauma are reviewed. The diagnosis is mainly based on the clinical examination, to which peritoneal lavage is a valuable aid. Early surgery with a two layer suture technique and extensive peritoneal irrigation are emphasized.
