REVIEW OF MANAGEMENT OF SMALL BOWEL OBSTRUCTION

Abstract

A major surgical emergency that is frequently found in the emergency unit is small bowel obstruction (SBO). The management of small bowel obstruction in adults was examined using systematic keyword searches in the Pubmed, Cochrane, and Google Scholar databases. The timely use of CT scans can have an impact on clinical outcomes in the management of SBO. Treatment for small bowel obstruction includes both surgical and non-surgical methods. SBO management is evolving along with the development of evidence-based guidelines and SBO management continues to change. Review will help Surgeons in treating SBO patients.