Gastric outlet obstruction is a medical condition characterized by abdominal pain and post-meal vomiting occurring due to obstruction. Gastric outlet obstruction can occur due to benign (noncancerous) or malignant (cancerous) causes. Common symptoms include vomiting after eating, abdominal pain, weight loss, peptic ulcers, etc. The condition is treated by surgery or medication.
Management of Gastric Outlet Obstruction in Elderly
Gastric outlet obstruction is the mechanical obstruction to gastric emptying, characterized by stomach ache and vomiting, which occurs more in the elderly.
Gastric Outlet Obstruction - Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
Gastric outlet obstruction is a mechanical obstruction in the food emptying process. Read the article to learn about this rare condition.
