• Constipation

  • Mar 1 2024
  • Length: 51 mins
  • Podcast
  • Summary

  • 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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