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What happens when both your intestines & stomach are punctured & intestinal content seeps into your stomach said individual has fluid drained from her abdomen 2 to 3 times each month, this is how the other organs were punctured. how serious is the ris

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If : If the intestines are punctured and contents seep inside the abdomen that patient needs an emergency surgery almost all the time to fix the hole.

Answered 10/3/2016

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A : A hole in the intestine will often lead to life-threatening infections if left untreated, and usually requires emergency surgery. This is most commonly seen with a perforated ulcer, diverticulitis, perforated appendicitis, etc. However, i believe what you are describing is a therapeutic procedure to remove excess fluid from the abdominal cavity, known as paracentesis. This is done with a skinny needle (typically under ultrasound-guidance). Intestinal injury is rare, however a small needle hole may seal without the need for any surgical intervention.

Answered 10/4/2016

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