Neostigmine for treatment of acute colonic pseudo- obstruction
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Free full text available from www.ijccm.org A b st ra ct Acute colonic pseudo-obstruction is managed with bolus neostigmine as shown in a recent prospective, double blind, placebo-controlled study. Parasympathetic stimulation with neostigmine leads to abdominal pain, salivation, and symptomatic bradycardia. We submit a more effective method may involve use of neostigmine infusion to reduce complications and improve efficacy.
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تاریخ انتشار 2005