Following bariatric surgery, a patient develops a bowel obstruction. What type of mechanical obstruction is most likely? A) Intussusception B) Stricture from Crohn's disease C) Vol... Following bariatric surgery, a patient develops a bowel obstruction. What type of mechanical obstruction is most likely? A) Intussusception B) Stricture from Crohn's disease C) Volvulus D) Diverticulitis
Understand the Problem
The question is asking what type of mechanical bowel obstruction is most likely to develop in a patient after undergoing bariatric surgery. Each option provides a different condition that could cause bowel obstruction, and the aim is to identify which is most commonly associated with the aftermath of such surgery.
Answer
Intussusception.
The final answer is Intussusception.
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The final answer is Intussusception.
More Information
Following bariatric surgery, intussusception is a recognized complication and is a type of mechanical bowel obstruction.
Tips
Confusion may arise when identifying specific types of obstructions post-surgery. Intussusception is not common in adults generally but can be a complication specifically after surgeries like bariatric surgery.
Sources
- Appendix Intussusception - an overview | ScienceDirect Topics - sciencedirect.com
- Bowel Obstruction - an overview | ScienceDirect Topics - sciencedirect.com
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