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[Acute intestinal obstruction as a problem in emergency surgery]
Vestnik Khirurgii Imeni I. I. Grekova
|May 1, 1992
Summary
This study reviews 499 acute ileus cases, detailing treatment methods for small intestine and colon obstructions. Postoperative lethality rates were 12.5% and 32.4%, respectively, highlighting the severity of these conditions.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Surgical Medicine
- Clinical Outcomes
Context:
- Acute ileus presents a significant clinical challenge.
- Surgical intervention is often required for intestinal obstruction.
- Understanding treatment outcomes is crucial for patient management.
Purpose:
- To present an experience with the treatment of acute ileus.
- To analyze postoperative lethality in small intestine and colon obstructions.
- To describe treatment methodologies for various forms of intestinal ileus.
Summary:
- Operations were performed on 499 patients experiencing acute ileus.
- Postoperative lethality was 12.5% for small intestine obstruction and 32.4% for colon obstruction.
- The study details treatment methods employed for different types of intestinal ileus.
Impact:
- Provides valuable data on the outcomes of acute ileus treatment.
- Informs clinical decision-making for surgical management of intestinal obstructions.
- Contributes to the understanding of factors influencing lethality in ileus patients.