GASTRO INTESTINAL SYSTEM Define/explain intestinal obstruction. Intestinal obstruction is a condition in which the intestine is partially or completely blocked due to mechanical impairment/obstruction, due to which the normal flow of intestinal contents is impaired. This condition can also occur in the small intestine and large intestine. Content cannot be properly passed out. Intestinal obstruction is partial obstruction and complete obstruction. ••••> Partial obstruction Partial obstruction can be treated without