What is the most common cause of postoperative intestinal obstruction?
a. Inguinal hernia
b. Peritonitis
c. Infection
d. Adhesions
ANS: D
Adhesions are the most common cause of postoperative intestinal obstruction. Intestinal surfaces stick together by an outpouring of fibrin from traumatized tissues.
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