Primary or Redo Posterior Sagittal Anorectoplasty without a Stoma: To Feed or Not to Feed?

Conclusion No increase in wound problems was noted in children receiving clear liquids or breast milk compared with the strict NPO group, and PICC line use was reduced. We believe this change in practice simplifies postoperative care without increasing the risk of wound complications. [...] Georg Thieme Verlag KG Stuttgart · New YorkArticle in Thieme eJournals: Table of contents  |  Abstract  |  Full text

Source: European Journal of Pediatric Surgery - December 12, 2017 Category: Surgery Authors: Reck-Burneo, Carlos A. Skerrit, Clare Dingemans, Alexander Lane, Victoria A. Sanchez, Alejandra Vilanova Weaver, Laura Wagner, Andrea Jenkins, Nicole Wood, Richard J. Levitt, Marc A. Tags: Original Article Source Type: research