I've recently been diagnosed w adhesions after 15 plus years of excruciating pain. They were found larascopoly when I had ovaries removed - which in turn made me even worse. DONT LET THE QUACKS CUT ON YOU Anymore get 2nd 3rd 4th opinions.
Hi,
Your brothers' multiple adhesions may have resulted from scarring caused by surgery, or due to radiation.
The timing of the surgery actually depends on the patients clinical findings. Many surgeons give a trial of conservative management, especially if the obstruction is 'subacute'. Here, they restrict oral intake, and give IV fluids. If this trial fails, then they operate and relieve the obstruction surgically.