Constipation After Surgery and How to Prevent It

From imw

views comments

Policy

You are responsible for the videos uploaded to the Health Care instance of Media Space, This instance is meant to be a public library of videos. Content should not contain PHI or private information.

One in three women experiences constipation after surgery, making recovery uncomfortable and sometimes painful. Anesthesia, narcotics, and limited mobility all play a role in slowing the gut. Kirtly Jones, MD, explains how patients can prepare their digestive system before surgery and what strategies help in the critical first days of recovery.

Tags

Constipation After Surgery and How to Prevent It

Policy

You are responsible for the videos uploaded to the Health Care instance of Media Space, This instance is meant to be a public library of videos. Content should not contain PHI or private information.

Related Media