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. 1999 Jan;69(1):65-6.
doi: 10.1046/j.1440-1622.1999.01470.x.

On-the-table colonic lavage

M Hulme-Moir  1 , B R Parry, G L Hill
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On-the-table colonic lavage

M Hulme-Moir et al. Aust N Z J Surg. 1999 Jan.

Abstract

Single-stage surgery is an acceptable option in the modern management of many acute colonic conditions. Anastomosing unprepared colon is a major concern. A technique is described that allows on-the-table colonic lavage to be performed without contamination of the abdominal cavity.

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