The document discusses intestinal obstruction. It can be caused by multiple factors like volvulus, hernias, intussusception, adhesions, or tumors. Obstruction leads to gas and fluid accumulation proximal to the site of obstruction. This causes abdominal distension and severe localized pain. The increased intra-luminal pressure can cause ischemia, loss of fluid from the intestinal walls, and release of bacteria and toxins into the peritoneum and bloodstream, potentially leading to septic shock. Nutritional deficiencies may also result due to inability to absorb food and nutrients.
The document discusses intestinal obstruction. It can be caused by multiple factors like volvulus, hernias, intussusception, adhesions, or tumors. Obstruction leads to gas and fluid accumulation proximal to the site of obstruction. This causes abdominal distension and severe localized pain. The increased intra-luminal pressure can cause ischemia, loss of fluid from the intestinal walls, and release of bacteria and toxins into the peritoneum and bloodstream, potentially leading to septic shock. Nutritional deficiencies may also result due to inability to absorb food and nutrients.
The document discusses intestinal obstruction. It can be caused by multiple factors like volvulus, hernias, intussusception, adhesions, or tumors. Obstruction leads to gas and fluid accumulation proximal to the site of obstruction. This causes abdominal distension and severe localized pain. The increased intra-luminal pressure can cause ischemia, loss of fluid from the intestinal walls, and release of bacteria and toxins into the peritoneum and bloodstream, potentially leading to septic shock. Nutritional deficiencies may also result due to inability to absorb food and nutrients.
The document discusses intestinal obstruction. It can be caused by multiple factors like volvulus, hernias, intussusception, adhesions, or tumors. Obstruction leads to gas and fluid accumulation proximal to the site of obstruction. This causes abdominal distension and severe localized pain. The increased intra-luminal pressure can cause ischemia, loss of fluid from the intestinal walls, and release of bacteria and toxins into the peritoneum and bloodstream, potentially leading to septic shock. Nutritional deficiencies may also result due to inability to absorb food and nutrients.