MeSH definition : Hindrance of the passage of luminal contents in the DUODENUM. Duodenal obstruction
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 duodenum in addition to obstructed flow
of luminal contents.;
Hindrance of the passage of luminal contents in the DUODENUM. Duodenal obstruction
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 duodenum in addition to obstructed flow
of luminal contents.
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