How to diagnose intestinal obstruction?
¿Cómo diagnosticar la obstrucción intestinal?
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Intestinal ileus is a frequent manifestation that is associated with most of the abdominal and, in some cases, thoracic and pelvic conditions. As such, it is not a nosological entity but rather a sign within the particular spectrum present. It is essential, therefore, to have a broad knowledge about this entity and its recognition. The simple radiology of abdomen is one of the main weapons in the confirmation of the different types of intestinal ileus; in fact, as an initial study, it constitutes the procedure of first choice and is mandatory.
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