ICD-11 definition : Hindrance of the passage of luminal contents in the small intestine. Obstruction of
the small intestine can be partial or complete, and caused by intrinsic or extrinsic
factors. Simple obstruction is associated with diminished or stopped flow of luminal
contents. Strangulating obstruction is associated with impaired blood flow to the
small intestine in addition to obstructed flow of luminal contents.;
Hindrance of the passage of luminal contents in the small intestine. Obstruction of
the small intestine can be partial or complete, and caused by intrinsic or extrinsic
factors. Simple obstruction is associated with diminished or stopped flow of luminal
contents. Strangulating obstruction is associated with impaired blood flow to the
small intestine in addition to obstructed flow of luminal contents.