Nasogastric decompression for small bowel obstruction: evidence or tradition?

Date First Published:
February 11, 2022
Last Updated:
February 11, 2022
Report by:
Ailish Valeriano, Resident (McMaster University)
Three-Part Question:
In [adults undergoing conservative management for adhesive small bowel obstruction], does [nasogastric decompression] improve [patient oriented outcomes]?