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Delaying sigmoid colectomy (>2 days) after decompression in geriatric patients with sigmoid volvulus is linked to reduced cardiac complications and a lower ostomy rate. However, it extends overall hospital length of stay and increases costs, showcasing the nuanced outcomes associated with the timing of surgical intervention.
Journal Article by Arnold SC, Rafaqat W (…) Hwabejire JO et 8 al. in Am J Surg
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