The effect of early oral postoperative feeding on the recovery of intestinal motility after gastrointestinal surgery: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized clinical trials

Background and aimsPostoperative ileus is a frequent condition, leading to complications and a longer hospital stay. Few studies have demonstrated the benefit of early oral feeding in preventing ileus after gastrointestinal surgery. This study aims to evaluate the efficacy of early versus delayed or...

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Published in:	Frontiers in Nutrition
Main Authors:	Federica Canzan, Jessica Longhini, Arianna Caliaro, Maria Luisa Cavada, Elisabetta Mezzalira, Salvatore Paiella, Elisa Ambrosi
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	Frontiers Media S.A. 2024-05-01
Subjects:	early feeding oral feeding gastrointestinal surgery ileus length of hospital stay
Online Access:	https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fnut.2024.1369141/full