Mechanical bowel preparation in gynaecological surgery - are we doing more harm than good?
Date
2007-11
Authors
Botha, M. H.
Journal Title
Journal ISSN
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Publisher
Health and Medical Publishing Group (HMPG)
Abstract
Bowel preparation is still regarded as standard practice before
extensive gynaecological surgery. It is requested routinely
if there is a potential malignancy or if multiple adhesions
are expected. This widely used practice is coming under
increasing scrutiny, and our dogma needs to change.
Description
Article
The original publication is available at http://www.samj.org.za
The original publication is available at http://www.samj.org.za
Keywords
Gynaecology -- Surgery, Bowel preparation
Citation
Botha, M. H. 2007. Mechanical bowel preparation in gynaecological surgery - are we doing more harm than good?. South African Medical Journal, 97(11), 1040-1043.