Primary repair Vs ileostomy in patients with typhoid perforation

This is prospective study conducted in the department of Surgery, Mayo Hospital, Lahore over the period of four years. Comparative data was compiled on 100 patients divided in two equal groups. Efficacy of two operations was assessed in terms of morbidity and mortality. The final results were conclusive enough to show the benefits of ileostomy over the primary repair in cases of typhoid perforation