Large bowel obstruction is primarily characterised by the earlier onset of constipation, with vomiting occurring later than in small bowel obstruction.
Large bowel obstruction is a surgical emergency that must be quickly differentiated from pseudo-obstruction to ensure that timely and correct treatment is provided.
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