The present systematic review shows that , with the exception of laparoscopic surgery , objective evidence of the effect of individual components of ERAS protocol s in reducing the stress response following colorectal surgery is limited
Abstract Enhanced Recovery or Fast Track Recovery after Surgery protocol s ( ERAS ) have significantly changed perioperative care following colorectal surgery and are promoted as reducing the stress response to surgery .
Accelerated postoperative recovery programme after colonic resection improves physical performance, pulmonary function and body composition
Postoperative organ dysfunction contributes to morbidity , hospital stay and convalescence . Multimodal rehabilitation with epidural analgesia , early oral feeding , mobilization and laxative use after colonic resection has reduced ileus and hospital stay
The present systematic review shows that , with the exception of laparoscopic surgery , objective evidence of the effect of individual components of ERAS protocol s in reducing the stress response following colorectal surgery is limited
Abstract Enhanced Recovery or Fast Track Recovery after Surgery protocol s ( ERAS ) have significantly changed perioperative care following colorectal surgery and are promoted as reducing the stress response to surgery .