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Overview
Effective measures for the primary prevention of ileus include early mobilization, early mobilization, avoidance of insertion of Ryle's tube (nasogastric tube), early oral feeding (within 2-3 hours) with high carbohydrate fluid, limited parenteral fluids, avoidance of pain medications such as opiates, epidural catheter for postoperative analgesia.
Primary Prevention
Effective measures for the primary prevention of ileus include:
- Early mobilization
- Avoid insertion of Ryle's tube (nasogastric tube)
- Early oral feeding with high carbohydrate fluid
- Administration of clear fluids within 2-3 hours of surgery
- Limited parenteral fluids
- Avoidance of pain medications such as opiates
- Epidural catheter for postoperative analgesia