Intestinal obstruction
Alternate Names : Paralytic ileus, Intestinal volvulus, Bowel obstruction, Ileus, Pseudo-obstruction - intestinal, Colonic ileus
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Small bowel resection - series
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Small bowel resection - series Indications
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Resection of the small bowel may be recommended for: - blockage of the intestine (intestinal obstruction) due to scar tissue or deformities
- bleeding, infection, or ulcers due to inflammation of the small intestine (regional ileitis, regional enteritis, Crohn's disease)
- injuries
- cancer
- precancerous polyps
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