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What is the main difference between simple mechanical obstruction and closed loop obstruction?
What is the main difference between simple mechanical obstruction and closed loop obstruction?
- The type of surgery required for treatment
- The location of the obstruction
- The number of points of obstruction (correct)
- The size of the obstruction
What is the primary cause of distention in simple mechanical obstruction?
What is the primary cause of distention in simple mechanical obstruction?
- Retained fluids
- Venous stasis
- Accumulation of gas (correct)
- Increased intestinal secretion
What is a potential problem for anyone who has had abdominal surgery, including Roux-en-Y?
What is a potential problem for anyone who has had abdominal surgery, including Roux-en-Y?
- Anterior body wall hernias
- Chronic jejunal ischemia
- Tumor growth
- Internal hernia (correct)
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