| Literature DB >> 1467881 |
P M Sagar1, G Kruegener, J MacFie.
Abstract
The use of nasogastric tubes after elective abdominal surgery remains standard practice for many surgeons. Such tubes, however, cause much discomfort and are associated with significant morbidity. This paper reviews the arguments for and against nasogastric intubation, and finds little evidence to support its continued routine use.Mesh:
Year: 1992 PMID: 1467881 DOI: 10.1002/bjs.1800791105
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Br J Surg ISSN: 0007-1323 Impact factor: 6.939