Constipation
Mar 01, 2024•51 min
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Episode description
In this episode, Sam Ashoo, MD and T.R. Eckler, MD discuss the March 2024 Emergency Medicine Practice article, Emergency Department Evaluation and Management of Constipation
Prevalence and Impact
Understanding the Causes
Medications That Can Cause Constipation
Dealing with Fecal Impaction
Understanding Stercoral Colitis
Pre-Hospital Care
ED History and Physical Exam
Diagnostic Studies and Imaging
- X-Ray
- CT Scans
- Advanced Testing
Treatment Options for Constipation
- Enemas
- Osmotic Laxatives and Stool Softeners
Special Considerations: Pregnant, Pediatric, and Hospice Patients
Prescription Medications for Constipation
Clinical Pathway for Constipation Management
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