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The Childs-Phillips plication surgery effectively prevents recurrent small bowel obstruction in most patients. However, it is not recommended for those with acute peritonitis due to high mortality rates.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Surgical Procedures
Background:
- Recurrent small bowel obstruction poses significant health risks.
- Preventative surgical interventions are crucial for managing intestinal obstruction.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the efficacy of the Childs-Phillips plication operation.
- To assess its use in treating and preventing small bowel obstruction.
Main Methods:
- The Childs-Phillips plication was performed on 42 patients.
- Patients received the operation for treatment (19) or prophylaxis (23) of intestinal obstruction.
Main Results:
- Only one patient experienced later intestinal obstruction.
- Mortality was high (80%) in patients with acute peritonitis undergoing the procedure.
Conclusions:
- The Childs-Phillips plication is effective in preventing recurrent small bowel obstruction.
- It is contraindicated in cases of generalized acute peritonitis due to high mortality.
Abstract:
The Childs-Phillips plication operation was performed in forty-two patients, as treatment for recurrent small bowel obstruction in nineteen and as prophylaxis against future intestinal obstruction in twenty-three. Intestinal obstruction occurred later in only one patient. Eight of ten patients with acute peritonitis died in the postoperative period. Consequently, the operation is not recommended in the presence of generalized acute peritonitis.
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