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As seen in this case a longer-lasting nondiagnosed perforation can lead to extensive local inflammation which could have been avoided by early surgical treatment which should also be considered if the patient has very few symptoms, as in this case.
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Silent Perforations of the Stomach and Duodenum by Needles
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Blood lead levels in patients with lead shot retained in the appendix
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Pelvic Reconstructive Surgery, Surgery, First Appendectomy +3