Nasogastric tubes after elective abdominal surgery is not justified
Gouzi, J.L.; Moran, B.
Journal de Chirurgie 135(6): 273-274
1998
ISSN/ISBN: 0021-7697 PMID: 10228916 Document Number: 495087
There is no need for systematic nasogastric tube after elective abdominal and digestive surgery. Expected benefits are comfort for the patient, reduction of pulmonary morbidity, and rapid oral feeding. Only 5% of the patients will need a subsequent placement of nasogastric tube, due to vomiting and abdominal distention, with no adverse effects.
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