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. 2014 Nov-Dec;23(6):387-90, 413.

Postoperative Ileus

Elizabeth D Katrancha, Nickole M George
  • PMID: 26281633

Postoperative Ileus

Elizabeth D Katrancha et al. Medsurg Nurs. 2014 Nov-Dec.

Abstract

Postoperative ileus (POI) is a possible complication after abdominal surgery. The exact pathophysiology is unknown. Nurses should be aware of associated symptoms and evidence-based treatments to prevent or reduce the time of POI.

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