The Most Common Cause of a Mechanical Small Bowel Obstruction

question 78

Multiple Choice

The most common cause of a mechanical small bowel obstruction is

• A) lack of peristalsis
• B) intussusception
• C) fibrous adhesions
• D) volvulus

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Definitions:

Frenulum

A small fold of tissue that secures or restricts the motion of a mobile organ in the body.

Glans

The sensitive bulbous structure at the distal end of the penis or clitoris, playing a significant role in sexual pleasure.

Foreskin

The retractable fold of skin that covers the glans of the penis in uncircumcised males.

Smegma

A cheesy substance produced by several small glands beneath the foreskin of the penis and hood of the clitoris.