GastroenterologyAdhesive small bowel obstructionlaparoscopic surgery
Delayed Surgery in Bowel Obstruction: A Hidden Driver of Mortality and Recurrence in France
By MedXY|Apr 14, 2026
A nationwide French study reveals that surgical delay beyond 9 days triples early mortality risk compared to immediate surgery. While non-operative management carries higher long-term recurrence, timely laparoscopic intervention offers the