Summary
Clinical Summary of Patient Admission and Post-Operative Status
Highlights
The patient was admitted via casualty with an acute abdomen indicating possible perforation and septicemia. Medical history includes prostate cancer and a previous myocardial infarction. Initial vitals and blood work revealed atrial fibrillation, anemia (Hb 8.7), and significant markers of infection (CRP 319, PCT 6.39) along with hyponatremia.
The patient underwent an exploratory laparotomy, gastroscopy, and laparoscopy. Surgeons identified and repaired a perforated duodenal ulcer and performed an omentectomy.
Post-surgery, the patient was intubated and ventilated. Treatment involves a complex regimen of IV antibiotics (Amikacin, Flucanozole), vasoactive support (Nor adrenaline and Pitressin), and cardiovascular management (Cordarone for ongoing AF). As of July 22, the patient remains in critical condition, ventilated, and on artificial nutrition with unstable blood pressure and ongoing elevated inflammatory markers.