tilstopning
Tilstopning is a general medical term used in Norwegian and Danish to describe the blockage or occlusion of a passage or channel. It can affect natural pathways such as airways, nasal passages, intestines, bladder, or blood vessels, as well as artificial conduits like catheters. Blockages may result from a physical barrier, swelling, or a functional failure that interrupts the normal flow of air, liquid, or material.
Common examples include nasal tilstopning from infection or allergy, intestinal obstruction caused by hernias, adhesions, or
Diagnosis relies on clinical history and examination, followed by imaging or procedures to identify the blockage
Treatment is directed at the underlying cause and the location of the blockage. Some tilstopninger can be