Coffee to go? The effect of coffee on resolution of ileus following abdominal surgery: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials

; Ileus following abdominal surgery is a common postoperative complication. It is a source of considerable morbidity to patients and prolongs hospital stay. There is limited evidence to support the use of coffee to promote resolution of post-operative ileus.

Source: Clinical Nutrition - June 12, 2019 Category: Nutrition Authors: Hannah L. Cornwall, Ben A. Edwards, John F. Curran, Stephen Boyce Tags: Meta-analyses Source Type: research