Duodenal dilatation

Duodenal dilatation and plastic stagnation are a type of syndrome caused by various reasons preventing the chyme from passing through the duodenum. Obstruction often occurs in the third and fourth segments of the duodenum, with dilation and chyme retention in the intestinal segments above the obstruction site. The main clinical manifestations are signs of high intestinal obstruction. Although this disease is rare, it can cause serious consequences due to delay in treatment due to untimely diagnosis. Therefore, we should have sufficient knowledge of this disease.

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