Starting on:
Jan 19, 2024
Ending on:
Jan 19, 2024
Moderator(s):
Defence Forces Memorial Hospital
Max Credits:
3 Points
Provider:
Defence Forces Memorial Hospital
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Jan 19, 2024
Ending on:
Jan 19, 2024
Moderator(s):
Dr.
Edward Mackutwa
General Surgeon
Venue: General Surgeon
Defence Forces Memorial Hospital
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3 Points
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Defence Forces Memorial Hospital
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Small Bowel Obstruction
Starting on:
Jan 19, 2024
Jan 19, 2024
Ending on:
Jan 19, 2024
Jan 19, 2024
Venue:
Defence Forces Memorial Hospital
Defence Forces Memorial Hospital
Description
Small bowel obstruction is a common surgical emergency due to mechanical blockage of the bowel. Though it can be caused by many pathologic processes, the leading cause in the developed world is intra-abdominal adhesions. This activity describes the etiology, types, pathophysiology, evaluation, and management of small bowel obstruction and highlights interprofessional teams' role in improving outcomes for such patients.
Objectives
1. To describe the etiology of small bowel obstruction.
2. To outline the evaluation in patients with small bowel obstruction.
3. To explain the treatment options available for patients with small bowel obstruction.
4. To explain interprofessional team strategies for enhancing care coordination to facilitate rapid diagnosis and targeted management of patients with small bowel obstruction.
Presenters
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Dr.
Edward Mackutwa
General Surgeon
Defence Forces Memorial Hospital