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[Ileus and intestinal obstruction].

Hiroshi Takayama¹, Akihiro Yashio, Hiroshi Kamijo

¹Department of Emergency and Critical Care Medicine, Shinshu University School of Medicine.

Nihon Rinsho. Japanese Journal of Clinical Medicine

|July 17, 2013

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Ileus and intestinal obstruction are common in elderly patients, often presenting with subtle symptoms. Early recognition and management are crucial for this vulnerable population.

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Area of Science:

Gastroenterology
Geriatric Medicine
Surgical Emergencies

Context:

Ileus and intestinal obstruction are prevalent conditions in the elderly population.
These conditions represent significant causes of emergency surgical interventions.
Risk factors include pain, infections, medications, abdominal wall hernias, and oncologic issues.

Purpose:

To describe the specific features and clinical notes of ileus and intestinal obstruction in elderly emergency patients.
To highlight the challenges in diagnosing these conditions in the geriatric population, particularly in those with dementia.
To emphasize the potentially fatal nature of intestinal obstruction in the elderly.

Summary:

Ileus and intestinal obstruction are common and potentially fatal in the elderly.
Presentation can be delayed and subtle, especially in patients with dementia.
Key etiologies include hernias and cancer, alongside factors like pain, infection, and medications.

Impact:

Improved recognition and timely diagnosis of ileus and intestinal obstruction in elderly patients.
Enhanced management strategies for geriatric surgical emergencies.
Reduced morbidity and mortality associated with intestinal obstruction in the elderly.