Duodenal perforation caused by nasogastric intubation.
We present a case of duodenal perforation following nasogastric intubation. This complication has not been previously reported in adults.
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Department of Surgery, St. Vincent Hospital, Worcester, Massachusetts, USA.
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Marik
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D000368:Aged; D000369:Aged, 80 and over; D004386:Duodenum / Q000293:injuries*; D006801:Humans; D007416:Intestinal Perforation / Q000209:etiology*; D007441:Intubation, Gastrointestinal / Q000009:adverse effects*; D008297:Male