Management of Complex Duodenal Injuries After Penetrating Trauma

Cureus. 2023 Jun 14;15(6):e40431. doi: 10.7759/cureus.40431. eCollection 2023 Jun.

Abstract

Penetrating injuries to the duodenum can present a complex case for trauma or acute care surgeons. The associated injuries and complications can have devastating results. This report presents the case of a 41-year-old male who presented with a gunshot wound to his abdomen and suffered a gastric injury, transverse colon injury, duodenal injury, renal injury, and pancreatic tail injury. In this case, the patient underwent a complex Roux-en-Y reconstruction. The patient had a good outcome and continues to recover at home.

Keywords: duodenal injury; gunshot wound; pancreatic injury; roux-en-y; trauma.

Publication types

  • Case Reports