Bisacodyl reduces the volume of polyethylene glycol solution required for bowel preparation

1994162 citationsJournal Article

Authors

Allan P. Meagher · Colorectal Surgical Associates

D. W. King · Colorectal Surgical Associates

Abstract

Bowel preparation with bisacodyl and 2 liters of polyethylene glycol is more acceptable to patients than a 4-liter regimen and is equally effective in cleansing the colon.

Topics & Keywords

Colorectal Cancer Screening and Detection Gastric Cancer Management and Outcomes Medical Device Sterilization and Disinfection

UN Sustainable Development Goals

No poverty

Publication Details

Published in: Diseases of the Colon & Rectum

Volume 37, Issue 3, pp. 229-234

DOI: 10.1007/bf02048160

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