Review of Small-Bowel Obstruction: The Diagnosis and When to Worry

2015273 citationsReview

Authors

Erik K. Paulson · New Mexico VA Health Care System

Abstract

This is a review of small-bowel obstruction written primarily for residents. The review focuses on radiography and computed tomography (CT) for diagnosing small-bowel obstruction and CT for determining complications. (©) RSNA, 2015.

Topics & Keywords

Intestinal and Peritoneal Adhesions Intestinal Malrotation and Obstruction Disorders Hernia repair and management

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Radiology

Volume 275, Issue 2, pp. 332-342

DOI: 10.1148/radiol.15131519

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