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Introduction: Blind loop syndrome
Blind loop syndrome: A rare intestinal defect where there is a small loop in the intestines that allow digesting material to enter but not exit. The symptoms are variable depending on the size and location of the pouch. More detailed information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of Blind loop syndrome is available below.
Symptoms of Blind loop syndrome
- Bacterial overgrowth
- Malabsorption
- Weight loss
- Malnutrition
- Growth retardation
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Definitions of Blind loop syndrome:
A malabsorption syndrome that is associated with a blind loop in the upper SMALL INTESTINE that is characterized by the lack of peristaltic movement, stasis of INTESTINAL CONTENTS, and the overgrowth of BACTERIA. Such bacterial overgrowth interferes with BILE SALTS action, FATTY ACIDS processing, MICROVILLI integrity, and the ABSORPTION of nutrients such as VITAMIN B12 and FOLIC ACID. - (Source - Diseases Database)
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