The most common cause of intestinal obstruction is: (A) Adhesions, (B) Volvulus, (C) Intussuception, (D) Hernia
Answer is A. Adhesions are the most common cause of intestinal obstruction in almost 40% of cases. The clinical manifestation are Intestinal obstruction Abdominal pain Abdominal distension Vomiting and constipation Ref: Bailey and love 27th edition Pg no : 1278