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Duodenal Obstruction

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Definition: Hindrance of the passage of luminal contents in the DUODENUM. Duodenal obstruction can be partial or complete, and caused by intrinsic or extrinsic factors. Simple obstruction is associated with diminished or stopped flow of luminal contents. Strangulating obstruction is associated with impaired blood flow to the duodenum in addition to obstructed flow of luminal contents.  duodenal compression by superior mesenteric artery   
Examples Superior Mesenteric Artery Syndrome
Other names Obstructions, Duodenal; Obstruction, Duodenal; Duodenal Obstructions
 
SubstanceCAS Registry & nameCategoriesSource
Oculodigitoesophagoduodenal syndrome  0   *Duodenal Obstruction *Esophageal Atresia *Microcephaly *Limb Deformities, Congenital Eyelids/abnormalities.
Pancreatic lipomatosis duodenal stenosis  0   *Duodenal Obstruction *Lipomatosis *Pancreatic Diseases.
Familial duodenal atresia  0   *Duodenal Obstruction.

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