The Use of Oral Naloxone to Prevent Post Spinal Fusion Ileus
Status:
Unknown status
Trial end date:
2020-03-01
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Summary
Postoperative ileus and opioid induced constipation are well-known post-operative
complications. Previously, research has shown that using peripherally acting opioid
antagonists can help alleviate the condition. There has not been a prospective study to
investigate whether use of peripherally acting opioid antagonists are effective in preventing
post-operative ileus in patients having spinal fusion surgeries.