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Obturation of the small bowel
1Department of Surgery, Mornington Peninsula Hospital, Frankston, Victoria, Australia.
The Australian and New Zealand Journal of Surgery
|December 1, 1995
Summary
Small bowel obstruction can be caused by obturation, where substances block the narrow parts of the intestine. This review highlights two cases and emphasizes seeking multiple objects in affected patients.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Radiology
- Surgical Pathology
Background:
- Small bowel obstruction (SBO) is a common surgical emergency.
- Obturation, caused by intraluminal substances, is an uncommon but significant etiology of SBO.
- Identifying the causative agent and location is crucial for effective management.