Syndrome of chronic duodenal obstruction: modern view of the problem].

Ia S Tsimmerman

Klinicheskaia meditsina 2009

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This paper reviews data on the prevalence and clinical significance of syndrome of chronic duodenal obstruction (CDO), duodenal anatomy and physiology. The definition of CDO is proposed along with classification of its organic and Functional forms, their characteristics, and clinical manifestations at the stages of compensation, sub- and decompensation. Instrumental and laboratory diagnostic methods are discussed, their effectiveness and informative value are assessed. Comprehensive review of the principles of treatment of functional and organic forms of CDO (nutritional treatment, physiotherapy, drug therapy, remedial gymnastics, surgery) is presented.