Linked Life Data

18090881

Source:http://linkedlifedata.com/resource/pubmed/id/18090881

Statements in which the resource exists as a subject.
PredicateObject
rdf:type
lifeskim:mentions
pubmed:issue
6
pubmed:dateCreated
2007-12-19
pubmed:abstractText
Postoperative ileus is an abnormal pattern of gastrointestinal motility that is common after both abdominal and nonabdominal surgeries. There are many causes of ileus, including postoperative pain and the use of narcotics for analgesia, electrolyte imbalances, and manipulation of the bowel during surgery. Despite its prevalence, there is still no reliable treatment to prevent ileus or shorten its course. This article discusses the causes of postoperative ileus and the treatment options currently available. The literature on early refeeding, gum chewing, and the use of tube feeds is reviewed. In addition, new and experimental drugs currently in development are discussed.
pubmed:language
eng
pubmed:journal
pubmed:citationSubset
IM
pubmed:chemical
pubmed:status
MEDLINE
pubmed:issn
1075-2765
pubmed:author
pubmed:issnType
Print
pubmed:volume
14
pubmed:owner
NLM
pubmed:authorsComplete
Y
pubmed:pagination
561-6
pubmed:meshHeading
pubmed:articleTitle
Management of postoperative ileus.
pubmed:affiliation
Department of Colorectal Surgery, Washington University, St. Louis, MO, USA.
pubmed:publicationType
Journal Article, Review