This episode examines diseases of the small intestine — a region critical for nutrition, immunity, and metabolic balance. Listeners are guided through obstruction, malabsorption, ischaemia, and neoplasia, with attention to how small bowel pathology often presents subtly and late.

The discussion integrates imaging, endoscopy, and surgical decision-making, highlighting how anatomy and physiology shape both symptoms and intervention. Emphasis is placed on recognising red flags and avoiding delays that lead to catastrophic outcomes.

This chapter frames the small intestine as a vital yet elusive organ — demanding vigilance and systematic thinking.

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