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==Overview== | |||
'''Blind loop syndrome''' is a medical condition that occurs when the [[intestine]] is obstructed, slowing or stopping the progress of digested food, and thus facilitating the growth of [[bacteria]] to the point that problems in [[nutrient]] absorption occur. | |||
==Differentiating [Disease name] from other Diseases== | |||
<br />Blind loop syndrome should be differentiated from other diseases causing mal absorption, nutritional imbalances. | |||
== | =====Differential Diagnosis:===== | ||
*[[ Inflammatory bowel disease]] | |||
*[[Diverticulosis]] | |||
*[[Bowel obstruction]] | |||
*[[ Irritable bowel syndrome]] | |||
*[[ Malabsorption]]-[[ Celiac disease]] | |||
==References== | ==References== | ||
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[[Category:Gastroenterology]] | [[Category:Gastroenterology]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 23:47, 13 September 2020
Overview
Blind loop syndrome is a medical condition that occurs when the intestine is obstructed, slowing or stopping the progress of digested food, and thus facilitating the growth of bacteria to the point that problems in nutrient absorption occur.
Differentiating [Disease name] from other Diseases
Blind loop syndrome should be differentiated from other diseases causing mal absorption, nutritional imbalances.
Differential Diagnosis:
- Inflammatory bowel disease
- Diverticulosis
- Bowel obstruction
- Irritable bowel syndrome
- Malabsorption-Celiac disease
References