Abstract
Transrectal small bowel evisceration (TSBE) is a rare entity that can occur after
traumatic injuries. It has been described after impalement, sexual assault, blunt
abdominal trauma, and swimming pool drain suction. The authors encountered such a
case in a 4-year-old by following a crush abdominal injury. A laparotomy was performed.
The eviscerated bowel was pulled inside the abdominal cavity, revealing the rectal
perforation. A portion of devascularized ileum was resected, a primary bowel anastomosis
was performed, and the longitudinal rectal laceration was repaired with a two-layered
closure. There was no fecal soilage, and no protective colostomy was performed. The
mortality and morbidity of TSBE are usually related with the severity and type of
trauma. The mesenteric laceration and concomitant injuries can cause significant bleeding
leading to a hemorrhagic shock and multiorgan failure.
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Publication history
Accepted:
July 20,
2012
Received:
June 20,
2012
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