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Blind loop syndrome physical examination

Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Shaik Aisha sultana, [2]



Overview

Overview

Blind loop syndrome is a medical condition that occurs when the intestine is obstructed, slowing or stopping the progress of digested food, and thus facilitating the growth of bacteria to the point that problems in nutrient absorption occur

Physical Examination

Physical Examination

Abdomen

There may not be any physical examination findings in a patient with blind loop syndrome.

During a physical examination, the doctor may notice a mass in, orswelling of, theabdomen.

References

References


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