Publications by authors named "Jon Meyer Tvinnereim"

Background: Spontaneous rupture of the oesophagus is a potentially fatal condition. Symptoms can vary and diagnosis can be challenging.

Case Presentation: A woman in her seventies presented to the emergency department with sudden-onset epigastric pain after a meal.

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  • Enhanced recovery after surgery programs help reduce hospital stays for patients undergoing elective colorectal resection, though the reasons for this were unclear.
  • A study was conducted where patients were divided into two groups: one received extended counseling from a nurse, while the other received standard counseling, but both followed enhanced recovery protocols.
  • Results showed that the group with extended counseling had a significantly shorter hospital stay without differences in complication rates or mortality, highlighting the importance of guidance and information in recovery.
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