Background There is a lack of an internationally accepted standardised clinical definition for
postoperative ileus (POI). This has made it difficult to estimate incidence and identify risk …

Background Postoperative ileus (POI) is characterized by delayed gastrointestinal recovery
following surgery. Current knowledge of pathophysiology, clinical interventions and …

This article reviews techniques currently used to prevent or reduce the duration of
postoperative ileus (POI), which is considered an undesirable stress response to major …

The provision of adequate nutrition support for patients with traumatic brain injury (TBI) has
been a clinical challenge for decades. The primary and secondary injuries create unique …

Background Postoperative ileus remains a significant clinical and economic burden to the
health care system. Over the last decade, several advances in both medical and surgical …

Background Recovery of gastrointestinal (GI) function is often delayed after colorectal
surgery. Enhanced recovery protocols (ERPs) recommend routine laxative use, but …

Background: Postoperative paralytic ileus (POI) is a significant concern following
gastrointestinal tumor surgery. Effective preventive and therapeutic strategies are crucial but …

This established and well-regarded Guide describes the management of patients with
advanced disease. Its foundation is a clinical decision-making approach in which the …

Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths worldwide. CRC is
often treated with intravenous 5-fluorouracil (5FU). However, 5FU frequently shows low …

Postoperative ileus (POI), a transient impairment of bowel function, is considered an
inevitable response after open abdominal surgery. It leads to significant patient morbidity …