Early closure of ileostomy is associated with less postoperative nausea and vomiting.

Background/aims: Temporary loop ileostomy is increasingly used in colorectal surgery but necessitates secondary closure. We evaluated postoperative complications, particularly nausea and vomiting, in patients with early, intermediate, or late elective ileostomy closure.

Methods: We included all patients undergoing ileostomy closure from 2001 to 2008.