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      Two populations of small intestines (SIO)



      • View:
        Lateral and VD

      • Defining characteristics:
        Distension of a portion of the small intestine with a concurrent (more) normal population of the small intestine

      • Common differential diagnoses:
        Mechanical obstruction, functional ileus, enteritis

      • Helpful additional data:
        Does the patient eat things it shouldn't, plastic/hair ties, etcetera. Has there been any vomiting?

      • Commonly associated diagnostics:
        Consider *SignalCare MDB, consider abdominal ultrasound if available, serial radiographs

      • Commonly associated treatments:
        Consider IV fluids with serial radiographs, consider the rest of the physical exam and clinical findings, and discuss surgical options

      • Commonly associated home care:
        Based on primary

       

      *SignalCare MDB = CBC/Chemistry/Urinalysis/Thoracic ultrasound/Abdominal ultrasound