Older adults hospitalized for respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) face an elevated risk of developing heart failure and a dangerous heart rhythm problem, a Canadian study found.

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Routine advice has always been for patients with diverticulosis to avoid these foods. But evidence suggests this might not be ...

But in this instance, “the patient did not report any recent episodes of coughing, vomiting, abdominal trauma, or symptoms suggestive of bowel obstruction.” The man underwent emergency surgery ...

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Adhesive small bowel obstruction (ASBO) is characterized by symptoms such as vomiting, abdominal pain, and distension. Its diagnosis is confirmed by abdominal X-rays showing significant intestinal ...

How effective is the double balloon enteroscopy approach at placing stents in malignant small bowel obstructions? Are they a better approach than traditional methods such as endoscopes?

Partial bowel obstruction makes it harder to pass stool and also causes gas to build up, leading to cramping, bloating, and pain. Because the transit time of stool through the intestine is longer, ...

Learn how small bowel obstruction develops, warning signs to watch for, and proven methods to prevent serious complications.

In some cases, Meckel’s diverticulum can cause a blockage in the small intestine, leading to intestinal obstruction. It’s crucial to seek medical attention if you or your child experiences ...

Upper gastrointestinal and small intestine contrast imaging indicated intestinal malrotation and duodenal obstruction. Abdominal contrast-enhanced CT showed a small, underdeveloped pancreas, multiple ...