Preparation of the bowel before elective surgery using a polyethylene glycol solution at home and in hospital compared with conventional preparation using magnesium sulphate

• Published in: Journal of the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh Vol. 35; no. 1; p. 16
• Main Authors: Huddy, S P, Rayter, Z, Webber, P P, Southam, J A
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Scotland 01.02.1990
• Subjects: Administration, Oral; Aged; Colon; Colonic Diseases - surgery; Enema; Female; Humans; Magnesium Sulfate - administration & dosage; Male; Polyethylene Glycols - administration & dosage; Preoperative Care - methods; Prospective Studies; Time Factors

Bowel preparation by conventional methods is time-consuming and unpleasant for both patient and staff. In addition, it requires admission to hospital several days before surgery. Preparation using oral polyethylene glycol solution is more acceptable and can easily be adapted so that the patient can...