Prophylactic Nasogastric Decompression after Emergency Laparotomy
Introduction: Post-operative nasogastric intubation after emergency laparotomy is a common practice in many centers, with the intent of hastening the return of bowel function, relieving gastrointestinal discomfort, reducing various post-operative complications and reducing hospital stay. However, b...
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| Language: | English |
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Nepal Medical Association
2013-09-01
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| Series: | Journal of Nepal Medical Association |
| Online Access: | http://jnma.com.np/jnma/index.php/jnma/article/view/2263 |