Regarding typhoid ulcer, all of the following are true except: March 2005
Ans. B: Obstruction results due to stricture formation Typhoid ulcers may bleed or perforate, usually during lysis. Most perforations are near the ileocecal valve, measure less than 1 cm across, and lead to peritonitis. These areas become repopulated with lymphoid cells and heal without scarring.
Perforation is common
Obstruction results due to stricture formation
Bleeding is usual
Ileum is the common site