In all cases of intestinal obstruction, the intestine involved is
carefully examined. If any parts of the intestine look unhealthy
from lack of blood flow during the period of obstruction, they are
removed and the healthy ends are reconnected. A patient's recovery
depends on the cause of the intestinal obstruction and the length
of time prior to relief of the obstruction. The outcome is usually
good if the obstruction is treated before damage (ischemia) or
death (necrosis) of the bowel occurs.
Review Date: 05/17/2010
Reviewed By: Shabir Bhimji, MD, PhD, Specializing in Cardiothoracic and Vascular
Surgery, Midland, TX. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare
Network. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director,
A.D.A.M., Inc.
A.D.A.M., Inc. is accredited by URAC, also known as the American Accreditation HealthCare Commission (www.urac.org)
