1. Primary intestinal pseudo-obstruction: MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia
The condition can occur suddenly (acute) or over time (chronic). It may occur at any age, but is most common in children and the elderly. Because the cause is unknown, it is also called idiopathic intestinal pseudo-obstruction (idiopathic means oc...
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2. Colonic Diseases: MedlinePlus
Your colon, also known as the large intestine, is part of your digestive system. It's a long, hollow tube at the end of your digestive tract where your body makes and stores stool. Many disorders affect the colon's ability to work properly. Some o...
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3. Bowel Obstruction
This topic covers a blockage caused by tumors, scar tissue, or twisting or narrowing of the intestines. It does not cover ileus, which most commonly happens after surgery on the belly (abdominal surgery).
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4. Colonic Diseases - Genetics Home Reference
About Site Map Contact Us Search A service of the U.S. National Library of Medicine® Home Conditions Genes Chromosomes Handbook Glossary Resources Genetic Conditions > Colonic Diseases Related topics on Genetics Home Reference: familial ad...
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5. Colonic Polyps - Genetics Home Reference
About Site Map Contact Us Search A service of the U.S. National Library of Medicine® Home Conditions Genes Chromosomes Handbook Glossary Resources Genetic Conditions > Colonic Polyps Related topics on Genetics Home Reference: familial aden...
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6. Pseudo-obstruction
Often also referred to as Olgilvie's syndrome; A condition characterised by reduced colonic mobility and dilatation; Presents with symptoms and signs of large bowel obstruction; Diagnosis is confirmed by single contrast enema; Excludes obstruction<...
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7. Colonic Obstruction: eMedicine Gastroenterology
Large bowel obstruction from an anatomic abnormality leads to colonic distention, abdominal pain, anorexia, and, late in the course, feculent vomiting. Persistent vomiting may result in dehydration and electrolyte disturbances.
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8. Intestinal Pseudo-obstruction
What is intestinal pseudo-obstruction? What causes intestinal pseudo-obstruction? What are the symptoms of intestinal pseudo-obstruction? How is intestinal pseudo-
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9. Intestinal Pseudo-obstruction
In intestinal pseudo-obstruction, foods and liquids are unable to pass through the intestine, causing a build-up of food, fluid, and gas in all or part of the colon. The symptoms of this condition acts like a :: mechanical bowel obstruction, but n.....
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10. Primary intestinal pseudo-obstruction
Primary intestinal pseudo-obstruction is a condition in which there are symptoms of intestinal blockage without any physical signs of a blockage.
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