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Multicentre observational study of gastrointestinal recovery after elective colorectal surgery

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Postoperative ileus (POI) is characterised by delayed gastrointestinal recovery and is common after colorectal surgery. Numerous strategies to optimise POI have been proposed but its management remains an unmet clinical… Click to show full abstract

Postoperative ileus (POI) is characterised by delayed gastrointestinal recovery and is common after colorectal surgery. Numerous strategies to optimise POI have been proposed but its management remains an unmet clinical need. This study aimed to characterise the duration and management of gastrointestinal recovery in patients undergoing elective colorectal surgery.

Keywords: elective colorectal; gastrointestinal recovery; colorectal surgery

Journal Title: Colorectal Disease
Year Published: 2018

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