By Dr. Dharmesh Dhanani, Advanced GI & Laparoscopic Surgeon Clinical Presentation A 20-year-old male presented to the emergency department with: Acute abdominal pain Persistent vomiting Abdominal distension Inability to pass flatus or stools On examination and imaging, features were consistent with acute intestinal obstruction, likely due to a distal small bowel stricture. Case Overview Patient: […]
Introduction In trauma surgery, timing is everything. The following case highlights how rapid assessment, precise diagnosis, and timely surgical intervention saved the life of a young patient who sustained a severe abdominal injury due to an accidental air fire incident involving a metal hook (commonly referred to as Khili). Case Overview Patient: 25-year-old male Incident: […]
We recently managed a highly complex case that showcases the importance of swift decision-making, surgical skill, and multidisciplinary care. A 75-year-old male with known Liver Cirrhosis presented to our emergency department with acute abdominal pain, vomiting, and a distended abdomen. On clinical examination and imaging, he was diagnosed with a strangulated ventral hernia — a […]
