Ischaemic bowel disease

Patients with transient colonic ischaemia who have not undergone surgery should have endoscopy performed following resolution of the acute ischaemic event, in order to identify strictures and/or confirm resolution of the colonic ischaemia.

All patients who have undergone any form of surgery require regular follow-up to ensure satisfactory healing and recovery from surgery.

In order to minimise the chance of recurrence of bowel ischaemia, patients should have regular medical check-ups to optimise and ensure adherence to medical treatment of any comorbidities that may contribute to the development of ischaemic bowel disease.