Fecal Peritonitis: Pathophysiology, Surgical Emergency, and Management
1. Introduction Fecal peritonitis is a catastrophic surgical emergency characterized by the profound inflammation and infection of the peritoneal cavity following the spillage of colonic contents. The peritoneal cavity, which houses the major abdominal organs, is a sterile environment. When a perforation occurs in the lower gastrointestinal tract, large volumes of feces, aggressive bacteria, and … Read more