Hepato Gastroenterol
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Hepato Gastroenterol · Oct 2012
Randomized Controlled TrialFast track rehabilitation programme enhances functional recovery after laparoscopic colonic resection.
Fast track (IT) rehabilitation programmes have demonstrated advantages over traditional perioperative care after open colonic surgery; however. their contribution in recovery after laparoscopic colonic surgery is not clearly defined. This study was conducted to estimate the value of FT rehabilitation programme in laparoscopic colonic resections. ⋯ When applied after laparoscopic colonic surgery, FT rehabilitation programme is feasible, safe and may lead to accelerated functional recovery and reductions in postoperative hospital stay.
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Hepato Gastroenterol · Oct 2012
Randomized Controlled TrialThe beneficial effects of Kampo medicine Dai-ken-chu-to after hepatic resection: a prospective randomized control study.
After hepatic resection, delayed flatus and impaired bowel movement often cause problematic postoperative ileus. Kampo medicine, Dai-kenchu-to (DKT), is reported to have a various beneficial effects on bowel systems. The aim of this study was to prospectively evaluate effects of DKT after hepatic resection. ⋯ DKT suppressed inflammatory reaction, stimulated bowel movement and improved oral intake after hepatic resection, which may decrease serious morbidity after hepatic resection.