Use of Bowel Preparation in Elective Colon and Rectal Surgery

Publication Date: January 1, 2019
Last Updated: March 14, 2022

Recommendations

Mechanical bowel preparation (MBP) combined with preoperative oral antibiotics is typically recommended for elective colorectal resections. (1B)
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Overview

Title

Use of Bowel Preparation in Elective Colon and Rectal Surgery

Authoring Organization

American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons