Incidence and Associated Factors of Constipation in Intensive Care Unit At Tikur Anbessa Specialized Hospitals,Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, 2024

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dc.contributor.advisorkedir, Nura
dc.contributor.advisorJeregna, Gethachew
dc.contributor.authorHanna Abera
dc.date.accessioned2025-08-25T07:18:17Z
dc.date.available2025-08-25T07:18:17Z
dc.date.issued2024-12-13
dc.description.abstractconstipation lacks a universally accepted definition in ICU setting leading to varied incidence rate across studies from 83%. Multiple factors contribute to constipation in critical ill patients including, use of sedatives and opioids, neuromuscular blocking agents, vasopressors along with parental nutrition, inflammatory mediators, electrolyte disorders, inadequate administration of fluids, and lack of fiber in enteral nutrition. These has impacts like abdominal discomfort, decreased duration of enteral feeding and abdominal distension. It has also been associated with feeding intolerance, delirium, prolonged mechanical ventilation, and hospital stay.
dc.identifier.urihttps://etd.aau.edu.et/handle/123456789/7129
dc.language.isoen_US
dc.publisherAddis Ababa University
dc.subjectConstipation
dc.subjectIntensive care unit
dc.subjectTikur Anbessa specialized hospita1
dc.titleIncidence and Associated Factors of Constipation in Intensive Care Unit At Tikur Anbessa Specialized Hospitals,Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, 2024
dc.typeThesis

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