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Intestinal Obstruction : Prevention

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Intestinal obstruction
Prevention depends on the cause. Treatment of conditions (such as tumors and hernias) that are related to obstruction may reduce your risk.
Source:ADAM
Date:July 23, 2008
Intestinal Obstructions
Most cases of intestinal obstruction are not preventable. Surgery to remove tumors or polyps in the intestines helps prevent recurrences, although adhesions can form after surgery, which can be another cause of obstruction.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Children's Health
Intestinal Obstructions
Most cases of intestinal obstruction are not preventable. Surgery to remove tumors, polyps, or gallstones helps prevent recurrences.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
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