Incidence of small-bowel obstruction and adhesiolysis after open colorectal and general surgery

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Frank G. Opelka · Colon and Rectal Surgery Associates

Randolph H. Bailey · Pediatric Oncology Group

Stephen M. Rauh · University of Rochester

Chris L. Pashos · Abt Associates (Nepal)

Abstract

In this retrospective study of Medicare patients, we learned that bowel obstruction, adhesiolysis for obstructions, and additional abdominal surgery occurred more often after abdominal surgery than was previously published.

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Intestinal and Peritoneal Adhesions Hernia repair and management Intestinal Malrotation and Obstruction Disorders

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Published in: Diseases of the Colon & Rectum

Volume 42, Issue 2, pp. 241-248

DOI: 10.1007/bf02237135

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Incidence of small-bowel obstruction and adhesiolysis after open colorectal and general surgery

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