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Review
. 1992 Nov;79(11):1127-31.
doi: 10.1002/bjs.1800791105.

Nasogastric intubation and elective abdominal surgery

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Nasogastric intubation and elective abdominal surgery

P M Sagar et al. Br J Surg. 1992 Nov.

Abstract

The use of nasogastric tubes after elective abdominal surgery remains standard practice for many surgeons. Such tubes, however, cause much discomfort and are associated with significant morbidity. This paper reviews the arguments for and against nasogastric intubation, and finds little evidence to support its continued routine use.

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