Regarding typhoid ulcer, all of the following are true except: March 2005
Perforation is common
Obstruction results due to stricture formation
Bleeding is usual
Ileum is the common site
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.