Journal article
Use of chewing gum in children undergoing an appendectomy: A randomized clinical controlled trial
Abstract
INTRODUCTION: Post-operative ileus is a common condition among pediatric patients undergoing appendectomy. We aim to assess the feasibility, safety, and effectiveness of chewing gum to reduce ileus, and decrease time to oral tolerance.
METHODS: A randomized trial was conducted in 5-18 year old patients that underwent an appendectomy. Subjects in the intervention group received sugar-free chewing gum within the first 12 h after surgery and …
Authors
López-Jaimez G; Cuello-García CA
Journal
International Journal of Surgery, Vol. 32, , pp. 38–42
Publisher
Wolters Kluwer
Publication Date
August 2016
DOI
10.1016/j.ijsu.2016.06.003
ISSN
1743-9191