Resumption of Enteral Feeding After Bowel Anastomosis

Comparison of Early Versus Late Resumption of Enteral Feeding After Small Bowel Anastomosis.

Resumption of oral feeding after small intestine surgery is a matter of controversy .Some surgeons advocate early resumption while others don't.early feeding is initiated as soon as the patient recovers from effects of anaesthesia, while late resumption is started after 24-48 hours after surgery.Recent studies and guidelines suggest early feeding. The aim of this study is to compare the early and late resumption of oral feeding.

Inclusion Criteria:

• All patients undergoing small bowel anastomosis for any indication in elective setting
• Patients of age between 15 to 65 years.
• All genders

Exclusion Criteria:

• Patient using glucocorticoids or other immunosuppressive drugs
• non conseting individuals
• Patient having history of gastrectomy