Bolus Obstruction of Gut After Use of Hydrophilic Colloid Laxatives
- 16 January 1965
- Vol. 1 (5428), 166-168
- https://doi.org/10.1136/bmj.1.5428.166
Abstract
Three cases of intestinal obstruction directly attributable to the use of a hydrophilic colloid laxative were reported. A survey of the literature has revealed only 2 similar cases. The pathological process in this type of obstruction is discussed, and some suggestions are made with regard to its management.Keywords
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