Pancreatic and duodenal transection

Case contributed by Ian Bickle
Diagnosis almost certain

Presentation

RTA. Haemodynamically unstable. Distended abdomen.

Patient Data

Age: 30 years
Gender: Male

Neck of pancreas transection.

Case Discussion

Surgically confirmed neck of pancreas transection. Duodenal tear. Vascular pedicle disrupted. Massive hemoperitoneum.

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