RETRACTION: The effect of preoperative mechanical bowel preparation in paediatric bowel surgery on postoperative wound related complications: A meta-analysis
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Updated: Jul 13, 2026

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Published on: October 29, 2014
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This meta-analysis on preoperative mechanical bowel preparation in pediatric surgery has been retracted due to a compromised peer review process. The study
Area of Science:
- Surgical Oncology
- Gastroenterology
- Pediatric Surgery
Context:
- Mechanical bowel preparation (MBP) is a common practice before colorectal surgery.
- Its role in pediatric bowel surgery and impact on wound complications remains debated.
- Previous studies have yielded conflicting results regarding MBP efficacy.
Purpose:
- To evaluate the effect of preoperative mechanical bowel preparation in pediatric bowel surgery on postoperative wound-related complications through a meta-analysis.
Summary:
- The meta-analysis aimed to synthesize existing evidence on MBP in pediatric bowel surgery.
- It investigated the association between MBP and surgical site infections and other wound complications.
- The study intended to provide evidence-based recommendations for surgical practice.
Impact:
- This retracted article aimed to inform clinical guidelines for pediatric bowel surgery.
- It highlighted the importance of rigorous peer review in scientific publishing.
- The retraction underscores the need for robust quality control in medical research.
Retraction:
M. Chen , J. Lin , D. Miao , X. Yang , M. Feng , M. Liu , L. Xu , Q. Lin , "The effect of preoperative mechanical bowel preparation in paediatric bowel surgery on postoperative wound related complications: A meta-analysis," International Wound Journal 21, no. 4 (2024): e14884, https://doi.org/10.1111/iwj.14884. The above article, published online on 23 April 2024, in Wiley Online Library (http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/), has been retracted by agreement between the journal Editor in Chief, Professor Keith Harding; and John Wiley & Sons, Ltd. Following an investigation by the publisher, the parties have concluded that this article was accepted solely on the basis of a compromised peer review process. Therefore, the article must be retracted. The authors disagree with the retraction.
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