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| | ==Treatment== | | ==Treatment== |
| | + | The main aim is to treat any primary underlying cause whilst giving general support. This may be hydrating, restoring electrolytes and acid-base and also helping the gastric lining to recover. |
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| | ===Fluid therapy=== | | ===Fluid therapy=== |
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| | ===Surgery=== | | ===Surgery=== |
| | + | May be required to investigate or to resect peforating ulcers which may lead to [[Peritonitis - WikiClinical|peritonitis]]. |
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| | ==Prognosis== | | ==Prognosis== |