Surgeons' attitudes toward mechanical bowel preparation in the 21st century: A survey of the Caribbean College of Surgeons

ConclusionsIt was disappointing that (1) 50% of surgeons used MBP inappropriately for irrational reasons or incorrect indications and (2) despite the knowledge of robust level I evidence not in support of MBP, a further 77% ignored the evidence and still routinely used MBP, citing “individual preference”. An educational campaign may be required to bring about practice change to align clinical practice with best practice recommendations.
Source: Current Medicine Research and Practice - Category: General Medicine Source Type: research