Journal of gastroenterology and hepatology
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J. Gastroenterol. Hepatol. · Jul 2013
Meta AnalysisChewing gum reduces postoperative ileus following abdominal surgery: a meta-analysis of 17 randomized controlled trials.
Chewing gum proposal has been used in surgery to reduce postoperative ileus for more than 10 years; however, the efficacy remains imprecise. The aim of this study was to accurately assess whether the use of the chewing gum could reduce duration of postoperative ileus following the abdominal surgery. ⋯ Results of the meta-analysis suggest that chewing gum following abdominal surgery offers benefits in reducing the time of postoperative ileus.