Erschienen in:
24.10.2017 | Evidence-Based Current Surgical Practice
What Is “Enhanced Recovery,” and How Can I Do It?
verfasst von:
Bradford J. Kim, Thomas A. Aloia
Erschienen in:
Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery
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Ausgabe 1/2018
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Abstract
Background
Enhanced recovery (ER) and fast-track protocols were initially implemented in the perioperative management of the surgical patient over 20 years ago. These standardized protocols are now broadly implemented across most surgical specialties for its many benefits. ER is well known for its positive effects on decreasing length of stay and complications. However, patient-centric outcomes for adequate pain control, functional recovery, costs, and overall patient experience are less considered.
How I Do It
A successful ER foundation stands on the pillars of several perioperative care principles: early feeding, early ambulation, goal-directed fluid therapy, and opiate-sparing analgesia. Moreover, it requires a multi-disciplinary team buy-in (including patient and family) that must also be thoughtfully executed. The following is a review of key elements within successful evidence-based ER protocols and relevant concepts to consider when starting a successful enhanced recovery program.