Peritoneal adhesions
Peritoneal adhesions are an umbrella term for any condition where connective tissue bands (adhesions) form as a result of surgery, inflammation, trauma or other conditions. The formation of adhesions between the peritoneum and the abdominal organs can lead to various pathologies, e.g., mechanical intestinal obstruction, internal organ displacement, etc. Surgical treatment options include:
- Laparotomy (opening of the anterior abdominal wall with the cutting of adhesions); and
- Laparoscopic surgery to dissect the adhesions.
Mostly, adhesions occur if the patient has previously undergone abdominal surgery. According to certain studies, in 98.8% of cases, the previously performed laparotomy is considered the cause of the development of adhesions. It should also be noted that there is a very high probability of recurrence of adhesions after treatment.
Symptoms
- 1 Chronic constipation
- 2 Abnormal excretion of gas
- 3 Intermittent vomiting, regardless of food intake
