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01-08-2020 | Evidence-Based Current Surgical Practice

Small Bowel Obstruction: the Sun Also Rises?

Authors: Kirellos Zamary, David A. Spain

Published in: Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery | Issue 8/2020

Abstract

Small bowel obstruction (SBO) remains a common reason for emergency/unplanned admissions, and remains a significant burden to SBO patients and the healthcare system alike. The management of SBO has undergone a significant paradigm shift over the years, shifting far from the tenet to “never let the sun rise on a bowel obstruction.” Not only has the timing to surgery changed, but there is also an increased utilization of diagnostic tools to aid clinical decision-making. Furthermore, the surgical management is beginning to favor a less invasive approach. This review will serve to provide an up-to-date review of the evaluation and management of SBO, based on the most recent available evidence and our experience with the methods described.

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Title: Small Bowel Obstruction: the Sun Also Rises?
Authors: Kirellos Zamary
David A. Spain
Publication date: 01-08-2020
Publisher: Springer US
Published in: Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery / Issue 8/2020
Print ISSN: 1091-255X
Electronic ISSN: 1873-4626
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s11605-019-04351-5

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