Abdominal distention often indicates distention of the large intestine however, small intestinal distention also can cause visible abdominal distention if a large proportion of the small intestine is involved. One performs the physical examination of the abdomen primarily by auscultation, transabdominal ballottement, and transrectal palpation. Chapter 13.7 covers clinical signs of systemic inflammation from endotoxemia and sepsis. Examination of the cardiovascular system (heart, peripheral pulse, and mucous membranes), lungs, and abdomen is essential to detect clinical signs of systemic inflammation from endotoxemia, coagulation disorders, dehydration, ileus, shock, and other abnormalities resulting from injury to the small or large intestine. Examination of patients with disease of the gastrointestinal tract must include evaluation of the metabolic and cardio vascular status of the patient, because acute conditions of the proximal or distal intestinal tract have the potential to lead to endotoxemia and sepsis.
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