Small intestine obstruction serious?

The severity of intestinal obstruction depends on many factors, such as the cause of intestinal obstruction, location, disease progression and the patient's general condition. Timely medical treatment, early diagnosis and treatment are the keys. If it is simple, incomplete intestinal obstruction, through fasting, gastrointestinal decompression, fluid replacement, anti-infection and other conservative treatment, usually can be relieved, the condition is not serious. However, if it is strangulated intestinal obstruction, complete intestinal obstruction, or intestinal obstruction caused by intestinal tumor, intestinal inflammation, etc., the condition is often serious, which may lead to complications such as intestinal necrosis, peritonitis, septic shock, and even life-threatening. In addition, the patient's age, underlying disease, physical condition, etc. will also affect the severity of the disease. Elderly people, patients with cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases and other underlying diseases, intestinal obstruction tolerance is poor, the condition may be more serious. Therefore, if there are symptoms of intestinal obstruction, such as abdominal pain, vomiting, stop exhaust defecation, etc., should seek medical attention in time, doctors will evaluate according to the specific situation, and formulate the corresponding treatment plan. In the course of treatment, patients need to actively cooperate with the doctor's treatment, pay attention to diet adjustment, maintain water electrolyte balance, prevent complications. In short, the severity of intestinal obstruction varies from person to person, and comprehensive judgment needs to be made according to specific conditions. Timely medical treatment, early diagnosis and treatment are the keys to improve the cure rate and reduce mortality.