Effect of Alvimopan on Postoperative Ileus and Length of Hospital Stay in Patients Undergoing Bowel Resection: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.

Rashid MurtazaOlivia ClarkeTharshan SivakanthanHashim Al-SarirehAhmad Al-SarirehMuhammad Musa RazaAhmad Zia NavidBaqar AliShahab Hajibandeh Shahab Hajibandeh

Published in: The American surgeon (2024)

Robust evidence supports the routine use of alvimopan in patients undergoing open bowel resection as indicated by lower risk of postoperative ileus and shorter length of hospital stay. We support incorporation of alvimopan into enhanced recovery after surgery programs for the procedures involving open bowel resection. The role of alvimopan in minimally invasive bowel resection needs more research.

Keyphrases

patients undergoing
minimally invasive
healthcare
public health
adverse drug
robot assisted
emergency department
acute care
drug induced