Epidemiology of small-bowel obstruction beyond the neonatal period

Conclusion: Nearly a quarter of this cohort had a primary SBO. SBO in children is more prevalent among boys (M : F ratio, 2.5 : 1). Intussusception, postoperative adhesions, and irreducible inguinal hernias are the most common pathologies for SBO, followed by Meckel’s diverticulum and congenital adhesive bands.
Source: Annals of Pediatric Surgery - Category: Surgery Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research