Meeting
Abstract Number: 213
SHM Converge 2024
Background: Constipation is commonly encountered in patients admitted to the hospital, with a variety of possible treatments to choose from. Docusate is often prescribed to treat constipation, though evidence suggests it is ineffective. Utilizing an ineffective medication adds to patients’ pill burden, health care costs, and may delay the use of effective medications with downstream […]
Abstract Number: 765
SHM Converge 2024
Case Presentation: A 74-year-old man presented to our rural hospital for evaluation of three days of right flank and abdominal pain with constipation. Initial examination and workup were unremarkable, and the patient was discharged on laxative therapy. Two days later, the patient returned with worsening abdominal discomfort, constipation, and a painful rash to the right […]