Duodenal Obstruction Treatment in Ahmedabad
Duodenal Obstruction - Symptoms, Cause, Diagnosis, Treatment
What is Duodenal Obstruction
Duodenal obstruction is a medical condition where the duodenum, which is the first part of the small intestine immediately beyond the stomach, becomes partially or completely blocked. This blockage can prevent the normal passage of stomach contents into the small intestine,
Symptoms of Duodenal Obstruction
Causes of Duodenal Obstruction
Congenital
Duodenal atresia
Annular pancreas
Acquired
Peptic ulcer disease leading to scarring and narrowing
Tumors (benign or malignant)
Pancreatitis causing inflammation and compression
Crohn’s disease
Intestinal adhesions from previous surgeries
Gallstones (Bouveret syndrome)
Superior mesenteric artery syndrome
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Diagnosis of Duodenal Obstruction
Imaging Test
Abdominal X-ray
Upper gastrointestinal series (barium swallow)
Abdominal ultrasound
Computed tomography (CT) scan
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)
Endoscopy
Upper gastrointestinal endoscopy (EGD) to visualize and sometimes treat obstructions
Laboratory Test
Blood tests to check for dehydration, electrolyte imbalances, and signs of infection
Duodenal Obstruction Treatment in Ahmedabad
Non-surgical
- Nasogastric tube insertion for decompression
- Intravenous fluids and electrolytes
- Nutritional support (total parenteral nutrition if necessary)
- Medications to reduce acid secretion (proton pump inhibitors)
Surgical
- Bypass surgery (gastrojejunostomy)
- Removal of the obstructing lesion (tumor resection)
- Lysis of adhesions
- Duodenoduodenostomy (for congenital atresia)
- Endoscopic dilation or stent placement in certain cases
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Risk Factor of Duodenal Obstruction
Prevention of Duodenal Obstruction
- Healthy diet and regular exercise
- Adequate hydration
- Early treatment and management of peptic ulcers
- Avoidance of known ulcerogenic agents (e.g., NSAIDs, smoking, alcohol)
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Read All The Frequently Asked Questions About Duodenal Obstruction
FAQ’S
Yes, depending on the underlying cause, duodenal obstruction can recur, especially if the initial cause (such as Crohn’s disease or tumors) is not fully addressed. Regular follow-up and management of underlying conditions are important to prevent recurrence.
If left untreated, duodenal obstruction can be life-threatening due to complications like severe dehydration, infection, and intestinal perforation. Prompt medical treatment is essential.