<prompt> A man comes to emergency with stab injury to left flank. He has stable vitals. What would be the next step in management.CECTDiagnostic peritoneal lavageLaprotomyLaproscopy  <response>: According to EAST Guidelines Current recommendations for nonoperative management of penetrating trauma include use of Triple Contrast CT IV, oral and rectal and serial examinations. Gunshot Abdominal Wounds: Chances of internal injury is very high in gunshot wounds, thus little pre-operative evaluation is required and laparotomy is mandatory. Stab Wounds to Abdomen: Exploratory laparotomy is indicated in patients with isolated penetrating abdominal wound if hypotensive or in shock or showing peritoneal signs. 