Intestinal Obstruction

Hookworm infection is associated with intestinal obstruction in children with heavy infection

What our notes say

• Hookworm infection is associated with intestinal obstruction in children with heavy infection (Paediatrics Year 6 MBChB end of semester CAT: clinical case MCQs, 29 of 30 quest)
• The four cardinal symptoms of intestinal obstruction (2 marks) (General Surgery CAT 2 (MBSG 4600): 4 October 2021)
• Briefly outline four (4) different mechanisms through which intestinal obstruction occurs (8 marks) (Gi sem2 patho — Past Paper Questions & Answers)
• Visible peristalsis → intestinal obstruction (not peritonitis). (Cranial Nerves, Eye Exam & Vital Signs: MBChB Clinical Revision)
• Visible peristalsis = intestinal obstruction (NOT peritonitis) (High-Yield Clinical Exam Notes: Cranial Nerves, Respiratory, Cardio)
• Ascaris lumbricoides: Causes intestinal obstruction and respiratory symptoms (Department Of Medical Microbiology & Parasit.. MCQs)

Study material on Intestinal Obstruction

• GASTROINTESTINAL PATHOLOGY (Part 2)

Related topics

• Cholecystitis
• Marasmus
• Appendicitis
• Hernia
• Coma
• Hepatic Encephalopathy
• Gallstones
• Peritonitis
• Pancreatitis
• Demography