How long after open abdominal surgery for the small intestine can a patient get out of bed and begin ambulating?
Disease description:
I feel extremely bored lying in bed at night and want to get up and move my limbs. However, I recently underwent open abdominal surgery for the small intestine. May I ask: How long after small intestine open abdominal surgery can I start getting out of bed and moving around?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Song Zhiqiang
Hello,
In general, patients may begin ambulating 24 to 48 hours after open small bowel surgery. The exact timing varies depending on individual recovery. During the postoperative care period, special attention must be paid to wound care to prevent infection. When mobilizing, adequate abdominal support is essential to avoid excessive strain that could compromise wound healing. Ideally, patients should wait until the wound has adequately healed before beginning ambulation.
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