Patients with acute colonic pseudo-obstruction (ACPO) who underwent surgery experienced lower mortality rates than previously reported. Surgical interventions, including colectomies and stomas, effectively treated refractory cases. Severe postoperative complications were observed in a minority of patients, with no recurrences or reoperations needed. Further research is needed to optimize surgical strategies for ACPO management. Surgical treatment proved beneficial for ACPO patients non-responsive to medical therapy, with promising outcomes and lower mortality rates.
Journal Article by Sobrado LF, Foley NM (…) Holubar SD et 7 al. in Langenbecks Arch Surg
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