Journal of AdvancedMedical and Dental Sciences Research

Background:Peptic ulcers are open sores or lesions that develop on the inner lining of the stomach or the upper part of the small intestine. The present study was conducted to assess clinical profile of patients with duodenal ulcer perforations. Materials & Methods:48 patients with duodenal ulcersof both genders were managed with simple technique of triple tube ostomy.Parameters such astime ofpresentation (hours), mean length of stay, and complications were recorded. Results: Out of 48 patients, males were 30 and females were 18. The time ofpresentation (hours) was <24 hours seen in 34 and >24 hours in 14 patients. The mean length of stay(days) was < 7 days in 20 and >7 days in 28 patients. The difference was significant (P< 0.05). Post op. complications were burst abdomen seen in 3 and wound infection in 6 patients. Conclusion: Authors found that good postoperative outcomes can be achieved using a simple triple-tube ostomy approach for the treatment of duodenal ulcers.