Blind loop syndrome history and symptoms

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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]

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.

The most common symptoms of blind loop syndrome include- diarrhoea, loss of appetite, loss of weight, malnutrition.

History and Symptoms

History

Patients withblind loop syndrome may have apositive history of:

abdominal or gynecological surgeries in the past
malabsorption
vitamin deficiencies

Common Symptoms

Common symptoms of blind loop syndrome include:

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