• Nursing times · May 2004

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    The use of phosphate enemas in the treatment of constipation.

    • Caroline Davies.
    • Kennet and North Wiltshire Primary Care Trust.
    • Nurs Times. 2004 May 4; 100 (18): 32-5.

    AbstractPhosphate enemas are commonly used by community nurses in the treatment of constipation. This article reports on a literature review of evidence relating to their use. No evidence was found to support the use of these enemas conclusively, although a number of articles reported risks, contraindications, and complications. Phosphate enemas should therefore be used with caution and nurses should be aware of the contraindications associated with their use.

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