The most common cause of a mechanical small bowel obstruction is
A) lack of peristalsis
B) intussusception
C) fibrous adhesions
D) volvulus

Name: The most common cause of a mechanical small bowel obstruction is A) lack of peristalsis B) intussusception C) fibrous adhesions D) volvulus
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About 75% of small bowel obstructions are caused by fibrous adhesions from previous surgery or peritonitis.The second most common cause of mechanical small bowel obstruction is external hernia.

The Most Common Cause of a Mechanical Small Bowel Obstruction