Primary or idiopathic intestinal pseudo-obstruction
Alternative names:
idiopathic intestinal pseudo-obstruction; intestinal pseudo-obstruction
Treatment:
Nasogastric suction (placement of a tube through the nose and into the stomach; the tube is then attached to suction) is used to decompress the bowel. Intravenous fluids will replace fluids lost from vomiting. Special diets are usually ineffective.
Expectations (prognosis):
The disease may be recurrent.
Complications:
Calling your health care provider:
Call your health care provider if persistent abdominal pain or other symptoms of this disorder develop.
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