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Zizzo, M., Morini, A. & Fabozzi, M. The effect of coffee/caffeine on bowel recovery following colorectal surgery: an updated meta‑analysis of randomized controlled trials. Updates Surg (2024). https://doi.org/10.1007/s13304-024-01887-3
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