Small Bowel Obstruction
Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis & Emergency Surgical Treatment
Advanced Emergency & Intestinal Surgery Care in Thane – By Dr. Ankur Bhanushali
What Is Small Bowel Obstruction?
Small bowel obstruction (SBO) is a partial or complete blockage of the small intestine, preventing the normal passage of food, fluids, and gas.
It can rapidly become serious and often requires urgent medical or surgical management.
Common Causes of Small Bowel Obstruction
✔ Post-surgical adhesions (most common)
✔ Hernia
✔ Tumors
✔ Intestinal tuberculosis
✔ Crohn’s disease
✔ Volvulus (twisting of intestine)
✔ Intussusception
Symptoms of Small Bowel Obstruction
✔ Severe abdominal pain (crampy in nature)
✔ Abdominal distension
✔ Vomiting
✔ Inability to pass stools or gas
✔ Dehydration
✔ Rapid heartbeat
Emergency Warning Signs 🚨
🚨 Persistent severe pain
🚨 Fever
🚨 Bloody stools
🚨 Signs of shock
🚨 Worsening abdominal swelling
Complete obstruction is a surgical emergency.
How Is Small Bowel Obstruction Diagnosed?
✔ Clinical examination
✔ Blood tests
✔ X-ray abdomen
✔ CT scan abdomen (most informative)
✔ Ultrasound (selected cases)
Initial Emergency Management
✔ Hospital admission
✔ IV fluids
✔ Nasogastric tube decompression
✔ Electrolyte correction
✔ Close monitoring
When Is Surgery Required?
✔ Complete obstruction
✔ Bowel strangulation
✔ Failed conservative treatment
✔ Signs of bowel ischemia
Surgical Treatment Options
✔ Adhesiolysis
✔ Hernia repair
✔ Resection of affected bowel
✔ Laparoscopic or open surgery
Recovery & Postoperative Care
✔ Gradual oral intake
✔ Monitoring bowel function
✔ Early mobilization
✔ Prevention of recurrence
Possible Complications If Untreated
✔ Bowel gangrene
✔ Perforation
✔ Sepsis
✔ Multi-organ failure
✔ Death
How Can Small Bowel Obstruction Be Prevented?
✔ Early hernia repair
✔ Timely treatment of intestinal diseases
✔ Regular follow-up after abdominal surgery
Why Choose Dr. Ankur Bhanushali?
✔ Expertise in emergency intestinal surgery
✔ Advanced laparoscopic techniques
✔ Rapid diagnosis and timely intervention
✔ Comprehensive hospital care support
Aayush Multispeciality Hospital – Full Address
📍 1st Floor, Marigold Apartment
Almeda Road, Panch Pakhdi,
Thane West – 400602,
Maharashtra, India
📞 +91 86910 33033
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Dr. Ankur Surgical Clinic – Full Address
📍 Shop No. 4, Laxmi Krupa Building
Edulji Road, Charai,
Thane West – 400602,
Maharashtra, India
📞 +91 86910 33066
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