Ileus, postoperative
Ileus occurs when there is intestinal distention and either slowing or no passage of luminal contents without a demonstrable mechanical obstruction. The term “ileus” is derived from the Greek word…
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Diverticulitis occurs when there is inflammation of diverticula, the abnormal outpouchings of the colonic wall. Graser first described diverticulitis in 1899. Left-sided diverticulitis is most common in the Western world…
Read MoreSmall Bowel Resection
The first attempts of intestinal surgery were done in response to emergency conditions, usually a wound. Abu Al Qasim Al Zahrawi (Albucasis) (936–1013) used ants for intestinal anastomosis and was…
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Small bowel obstruction is a blockage of the small intestines. It was recognized as early as the sixth century B.C. by Susruta. From then until recently, intestinal obstruction was recognized…
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