Risk Factors for Ischemic Bowel Disease
Patient was educated on the risk factors for ischemic bowel disease as follows: Atherosclerosis Patients with cholesterol deposits in the inner lining of the blood vessels supplying oxygenated blood to the intestines are at high risk for ischemic bowel disease, as the arteries are narrowed by cholesterol deposits. Low blood volume in circulation Patients with reduced blood volume, secondary to hemorrhage or any extensive surgery or dehydration are prone for ischemic bowel disease, secondary to [...]