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Constipation in the Cancer Patient

Synopsis
Argues that constipation in the terminally ill should be entirely preventable. Outlines the causes of constipation and reviews commonly used laxatives. Presents a systematic method of assessing bowel problems.
Series
Aspects of Terminal Care, Series
Language
English
Country
Great Britain
Medium
Video; Videocassette. VHS. col. 17 min.
Year of production
1990
Availability
Sale; 1996 sale: £47.00 (+VAT +p&p) (EMFV)
Documentation
Accompanying notes.
Uses
Medical students, junior hospital doctors, GPs, nurses.
Subjects
Medical sciences
Keywords
cancer patients; constipation

Credits

Writer
David Frampton

Distributor

Name

Graves Medical Audiovisual Library, c/o Concord Video & Film Council

Notes
Secretary: Lydia Vulliamy
Name

Viewtech Educational Media

Notes
NB. Viewtech ceased trading in 2014 and the company’s products are no longer in distribution

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