A 68-year-old man presents with crampy abdominal pain and distention with vomiting. Findings on physical examination are positive for healed abdominal scars. X-rays reveal multiple gas fluid levels. The WBC count is 12,000. What is the most likely diagnosis?
A 68-year-old man presents with crampy abdominal pain and distention with vomiting. Findings on physical examination are positive for healed abdominal scars. X-rays reveal multiple gas fluid levels. The WBC count is 12,000. What is the most likely diagnosis?
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A 68-year-old man presents with crampy abdominal pain and distention with vomiting. Findings on physical examination are positive for healed abdominal scars. X-rays reveal multiple gas fluid levels. The WBC count is 12,000. What is the most likely diagnosis?
β Correct Answer: A. Small-bowel intestinal obstruction due to adhesions
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