Surgery Acute mechanical large bowel obstruction should be operated early because of the risk of – A Respiratory embarrassment due to abdominal distension B Electrolyte imbalance from vomiting C Septicaemia from bowel contents D Closed-loop obstruction and caecal perforation 💡 Explanation Acute mechanical large bowel obstruction should be operated early because of the risk of - ✓ Correct Answer: D. Closed-loop obstruction and caecal perforation