Intestinal ischemia and infarction
From DrKoop's partner site on cholesterol, CholesterolNetwork.com
Intestinal necrosis; Ischemic bowel; Dead bowel; Dead gut Prevention Eating a nutritious diet and avoiding smoking can help prevent this disease. Prompt treatment of hernias and control of risk factors such as heart arrhythmias, high blood pressure, and cholesterol may also help.
Review Date: 07/14/2006  advertisement
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