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How Long Does It Take To Have Bowel Movement After Small Bowel Resection?
Question: how long doe it take to have a bowel movement after have a small bowel resection from an obstructed bowel?
Brief Answer:
It takes 48 to 72 hours for bowel movement
Detailed Answer:
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Dear Mr
After resection and anastomosis of bowel, it may take 48 to 72 hours for the anastomosis to open up and for one to have bowel movements provided there is no electrolyte imbalance.
It does not depend on length of resection, it depends on integrity of anastomosis.
In case you require any further assistance, will be glad to assist you.
Take care
Best Regards
Dr Deepak Kishore
MBBS, MS, MCH
Consultant Surgeon
It takes 48 to 72 hours for bowel movement
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Welcome to Healthcare-Magic
Greetings of the day
Dear Mr
After resection and anastomosis of bowel, it may take 48 to 72 hours for the anastomosis to open up and for one to have bowel movements provided there is no electrolyte imbalance.
It does not depend on length of resection, it depends on integrity of anastomosis.
In case you require any further assistance, will be glad to assist you.
Take care
Best Regards
Dr Deepak Kishore
MBBS, MS, MCH
Consultant Surgeon
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