Prospective controlled randomized trial on prevention of postoperative abdominal adhesions by Icodextrin 4% solution after laparotomic operation for small bowel obstruction caused by adherences [POPA study: Prevention of Postoperative Adhesions on behalf of the World Society of Emergency Surgery]

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Adhesive small intestine occlusion [ASIO] is an important cause of hospital admission placing a substantial burden on healthcare systems worldwide. Often times, ASIO is associated with significant morbidity and mortality.</p> &...

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Main Authors: D'Alessandro Luigi, Ercolani Giorgio, Lauro Augusto, Ansaloni Luca, Catena Fausto, Pinna Antonio
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2008-12-01
Series:Trials
Online Access:http://www.trialsjournal.com/content/9/1/74