Can chronic gastric perforation heal spontaneously?
Disease description:
I’ve been experiencing abdominal discomfort recently. After visiting the hospital for evaluation, I was diagnosed with chronic gastric perforation. I’d like to know whether chronic gastric perforation can heal spontaneously.
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Shen Yonghua
Chronic gastric perforation typically does not heal spontaneously and requires immediate treatment; otherwise, gastric digestive fluids may leak into the peritoneal cavity, causing infection. If left uncontrolled, this may progress to septic shock. Additionally, if gastric acid enters the abdominal cavity, symptoms such as abdominal pain and gastrointestinal bleeding may occur—posing significant risks to health. Therefore, prompt hospital referral for surgical intervention is essential. Laparoscopic gastric perforation repair is commonly performed and effectively controls the condition while minimizing the risk of intra-abdominal infection.
