3. How can bacteria enter the peritoneal cavity from intra-abdominal viscera?
Correct answer: (1) Gangrene of a viscus, e.g. acute appendicitis, acute cholecystitis, diverticulitis or infarction of the intestine.(2) Perforation of a viscus, e.g. perforated duodenal ulcer, perforated appendicitis, rupture of intestine from trauma.(3) Postoperative leakage of an intestinal suture line.
2. How can bacteria enter the peritoneal cavity from the exterior?
Correct answer: (1) Penetrating wound.(2) Infection at laparotomy.(3) Peritoneal dialysis.
1. How can bacteria enter the peritoneal cavity?
Correct answer: (1) From the exterior.(2) From intra-abdominal viscera.(3) Via the bloodstream.(4) Via the female genital tract.
