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Stuart CM, Dyas AR, Chanes N, Bronsert MR, Kelleher AD, Bata KE, Henderson WG, Randhawa SK, David EA, Mitchell JD, Meguid RA. Strict compliance to a thoracic enhanced recovery after surgery protocol is associated with improved outcomes compared with partial compliance: A prospective cohort study. Surgery 2024; 176:477-484. [PMID: 38839431 PMCID: PMC11246801 DOI: 10.1016/j.surg.2024.04.044] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/14/2024] [Revised: 03/29/2024] [Accepted: 04/29/2024] [Indexed: 06/07/2024]
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BACKGROUND Benefits of thoracic enhanced recovery after surgery programs have been described. However, there is ongoing discussion on the importance of full protocol compliance. The objective of this study was to determine whether strict adherence to an enhanced recovery after surgery protocol leads to further improvement in outcomes compared with less strict compliance. METHODS This was a multihospital prospective cohort study of all consecutive anatomic lung resection patients on the thoracic enhanced recovery after surgery pathway from May 2021 to March 2023, with comparison with a historical control from January 2019 to April 2021. Compliance to 5 key protocol elements was tracked. Patients were grouped into high- and low-compliance cohorts, defined as adherence to 4-5/5 or 0-3/5 elements, respectively. The primary outcome was overall morbidity; secondary outcomes included cardiac, respiratory, and infectious morbidity and length of stay. RESULTS Of the 960 patients, 429 (44.7%) were enhanced recovery after surgery patients and 531 (55.3%) were in the historical control group. Across all patients, 250 (26.0%) were considered high compliance and 710 (74.0%) were considered low compliance. After adjustment for enhanced recovery after surgery status and confounders, the association between high compliance and improved outcomes persisted for all but infectious morbidity. Compared with low compliance, high compliance was associated with decreased odds of any morbidity (0.41 [95% CI, 0.22-0.77]), cardiac morbidity (0.31 [0.11-0.91]), respiratory morbidity (0.46 [0.23-0.90]) and decreased length of stay (0.38 [0.18-0.87]). CONCLUSION Enhanced recovery after surgery protocols improve outcomes after anatomic lung resection. Increasing compliance to individual elements (>80%) further improves patient outcomes. Continued efforts should be directed at increasing compliance to individual protocol elements.
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- Christina M Stuart
- Department of Surgery, University of Colorado School of Medicine, Aurora, CO; Surgical Outcomes and Applied Research, University of Colorado School of Medicine, Aurora, CO.
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- Department of Surgery, University of Colorado School of Medicine, Aurora, CO; Surgical Outcomes and Applied Research, University of Colorado School of Medicine, Aurora, CO
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- Department of Surgery, University of Colorado School of Medicine, Aurora, CO
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- Surgical Outcomes and Applied Research, University of Colorado School of Medicine, Aurora, CO
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- Department of Surgery, University of Colorado School of Medicine, Aurora, CO
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- Department of Surgery, University of Colorado School of Medicine, Aurora, CO
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- Surgical Outcomes and Applied Research, University of Colorado School of Medicine, Aurora, CO
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- Department of Surgery, University of Colorado School of Medicine, Aurora, CO
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- Department of Surgery, University of Colorado School of Medicine, Aurora, CO
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- Department of Surgery, University of Colorado School of Medicine, Aurora, CO
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- Department of Surgery, University of Colorado School of Medicine, Aurora, CO; Surgical Outcomes and Applied Research, University of Colorado School of Medicine, Aurora, CO
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Wang SK, Li YJ, Wang P, Li XY, Kong C, Ma J, Lu SB. Safety and benefit of ambulation within 24 hours in elderly patients undergoing lumbar fusion: propensity score matching study of 882 patients. Spine J 2024; 24:812-819. [PMID: 38081459 DOI: 10.1016/j.spinee.2023.11.014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/06/2023] [Revised: 11/28/2023] [Accepted: 11/28/2023] [Indexed: 12/31/2023]
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BACKGROUND CONTEXT Elderly patients are less likely to recover from lumbar spine fusion (LSF) as rapidly compared with younger patients. However, there is still a lack of research on the effect of early ambulation on elderly patients undergoing LSF surgery for lumbar degenerative disorders. PURPOSE To evaluate the safety and benefit of ambulation within 24 hours in elderly patients who underwent LSF. STUDY DESIGN A retrospective study. PATIENT SAMPLE Consecutive patients (aged 65 and older) who underwent elective transforaminal lumbar interbody fusion surgery for degenerative disorders from January 2019 to October 2022. OUTCOME MEASURES Outcome measures included postoperative complications, postoperative drainage (mL), laboratory test data, length of hospital stay (LOS), readmission and reoperation within 3 months. METHODS Early ambulation patients (ambulation within 24 hours after surgery) were propensity-score matched 1:1 to a delayed ambulation patients (ambulation at a minimum of 48 hours postoperatively) based on age, intraoperative blood loss, and number of fused segments. The incidence of postoperative adverse events (AEs, including rates of complications, readmission, and prolonged LOS) and the average LOS were used to assess the safety and benefit of early ambulation, respectively. Multivariable regression analysis was performed to assess the association between early ambulation and postoperative AEs. The risk factors for delayed ambulation were also determined using multivariable logistic analyses. RESULTS A total of 998 patients with LSF surgery were reviewed in this study. After excluding 116 patients for various reasons, 882 patients (<24 hours: N=350, 24-48 hours: N=230, and >48 hours: N= 302) were included in the final analysis. After matching, sex, BMI, preoperative comorbidities, laboratory test data and surgery-related variables were comparable between the groups. The incidence of postoperative AEs was significantly lower in the EA group (44.3% vs 64.0%, p<.001). The average postoperative LOS of the EA group was 2 days shorter than the DA group (6.5 days vs 8.5 days, p<.001). Patients in the EA group had a significantly lower rate of prolonged LOS compared with the DA group (35.1% vs 55.3%, p<.001). There was no significant difference in postoperative drainage volumes between the two groups. Multivariable analysis identified older age (odds ratio [OR] 1.07, p<.001), increased intraoperative EBL (OR 1.002, p=.001), and higher international normalization ratio (OR 10.57, p=.032) as significant independent risk factors for delayed ambulation. CONCLUSIONS Ambulation within 24 hours after LSF surgery is independently associated fewer AEs and shorter hospital stays in elderly patients. Implementing the goal of ambulation within 24 hours after LSF surgery into enhanced recovery after surgery protocols for elderly patients seems appropriate. Older age, increased intraoperative blood loss and worse coagulation function are associated with delayed ambulation.
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- Shuai-Kang Wang
- Department of Orthopedics, Xuanwu Hospital, Capital Medical University, No.45 Changchun St, Xicheng District, Beijing, China; National Clinical Research Center for Geriatric Diseases, No.45 Changchun St, Xicheng District, Beijing, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Xuanwu Hospital, Capital Medical University, No.45 Changchun St, Xicheng District, Beijing, China; National Clinical Research Center for Geriatric Diseases, No.45 Changchun St, Xicheng District, Beijing, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Xuanwu Hospital, Capital Medical University, No.45 Changchun St, Xicheng District, Beijing, China; National Clinical Research Center for Geriatric Diseases, No.45 Changchun St, Xicheng District, Beijing, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Xuanwu Hospital, Capital Medical University, No.45 Changchun St, Xicheng District, Beijing, China; National Clinical Research Center for Geriatric Diseases, No.45 Changchun St, Xicheng District, Beijing, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Xuanwu Hospital, Capital Medical University, No.45 Changchun St, Xicheng District, Beijing, China; National Clinical Research Center for Geriatric Diseases, No.45 Changchun St, Xicheng District, Beijing, China
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- Department of Neurology, Xuanwu Hospital, Capital Medical University, No.45 Changchun St, Xicheng District, Beijing, China
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- Department of Orthopedics, Xuanwu Hospital, Capital Medical University, No.45 Changchun St, Xicheng District, Beijing, China; National Clinical Research Center for Geriatric Diseases, No.45 Changchun St, Xicheng District, Beijing, China.
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Shoucair S, Alnajjar S, Sattari A, Almanzar A, Lisle D, Gupta VK. Impact of Surgical Resident Education and EMR Standardization in Enhancing ERAS Adherence and Outcomes in Colorectal Surgery. JOURNAL OF SURGICAL EDUCATION 2024; 81:257-266. [PMID: 38160116 DOI: 10.1016/j.jsurg.2023.10.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/30/2023] [Revised: 09/09/2023] [Accepted: 10/13/2023] [Indexed: 01/03/2024]
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OBJECTIVE Our study aimed at investigating the degree of adherence to ERAS pathway at our institution and to evaluate the role of providing resident education and a standardized EMR order set in improving adherence and patient surgical outcomes. DESIGN The study is prospective in nature and consists of two phases with a preintervention cohort to assess adherence to ERAS protocol and a postintervention cohort to evaluate improvement in adherence and patient outcomes. Adherence with the ERAS protocol was assessed across preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative phases. SETTING The study took place at MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center in Baltimore, Maryland, involving inpatient care at a surgical ward. PARTICIPANTS During the preintervention phase, patients undergoing elective colorectal surgery were identified over 6 months (N = 77), and their adherence to the ERAS protocol was assessed. Following the intervention of surgical resident and faculty education sessions on the ERAS protocol and the implementation of a standardized order set in the Electronic Medical Record, a postintervention cohort (N = 54) was selected for comparison over another 6 months. RESULTS Among 77 patients who underwent elective colorectal surgery, the adherence rate to ERAS protocol was notably below 80% for most elements of the postoperative phase. When pre- and postintervention cohorts were compared, there were no significant differences in the baseline demographics and perioperative variables. After the implementation of our intervention, adherence rates were significantly improved in 7 out of 8 ERAS protocol elements of the postintervention phase. Among primary outcome measures, readmission rate (24.7% vs.9.4%; p = 0.022) and length of stay (7.3 ± 4.5 vs. 5.5 ± 3.6; p = 0.014) were significantly lower in the postintervention cohort. Although the rate of postoperative complications did not decrease significantly (33.8% vs. 31.5%; p = 0.284), there were fewer patients with postoperative ileus and surgical site infections. Outcomes were evaluated based on an 8-point score of postoperative ERAS elements. A significant decrease in mean length of stay and readmission rates is observed when at least 5 elements are completed, emphasizing the ERAS pathway's importance as a complementary bundle. CONCLUSION Our study highlights the impact of resident education and electronic medical record standardization on ERAS adherence in colorectal surgery. This multidisciplinary approach improves adherence, reduces hospital stay, and enhances communication among healthcare providers for better patient outcomes.
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- Sami Shoucair
- Department of Surgery, MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center, Baltimore, Maryland
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- Department of Surgery, MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center, Baltimore, Maryland
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- Department of Surgery, Saint Agnes Hospital, Baltimore, Maryland
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- Department of Surgery, MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center, Baltimore, Maryland
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- Department of Surgery, MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center, Baltimore, Maryland
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- Department of Surgery, MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center, Baltimore, Maryland.
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Mazni Y, Syaiful RA, Ibrahim F, Jeo WS, Putranto AS, Sihardo L, Marbun V, Lalisang AN, Putranto R, Natadisastra RM, Sumariyono S, Nugroho AM, Manikam NRM, Karimah N, Hastuty V, Sutisna EN, Widiati E, Mutiara R, Wardhani RK, Liastuti LD, Lalisang TJM. The enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) protocol implementation in a national tertiary-level hospital: a prospective cohort study. Ann Med Surg (Lond) 2024; 86:85-91. [PMID: 38222714 PMCID: PMC10783346 DOI: 10.1097/ms9.0000000000001609] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/01/2023] [Accepted: 11/29/2023] [Indexed: 01/16/2024] Open
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Introduction Successful colorectal surgery is determined based on postoperative mortality and morbidity rates, complication rates, and cost-effectiveness. One of the methods to obtain an excellent postoperative outcome is the enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) protocol. This study aims to see the effects of implementing an ERAS protocol in colorectal surgery patients. Methods Eighty-four patients who underwent elective colorectal surgery at National Tertiary-level Hospital were included between January 2021 and July 2022. Patients were then placed into ERAS (42) and control groups (42) according to the criteria. The Patients in the ERAS group underwent a customized 18-component ERAS protocol and were assessed for adherence. Postoperatively, both groups were monitored for up to 30 days and assessed for complications and readmission. The authors then analyzed the length of stay and total patient costs in both groups. Results The length of stay in the ERAS group was shorter than the control group [median (interquartile range) 6 (5-7) vs. 13 (11-19), P<0.001], with a lower total cost of [USD 1875 (1234-3722) vs. USD 3063 (2251-4907), P<0.001]. Patients in the ERAS group had a lower incidence of complications, 10% vs. 21%, and readmission 5% vs. 10%, within 30 days after discharge than patients in the control group; however, the differences were not statistically significant. The adherence to the ERAS protocol within the ERAS group was 97%. Conclusion Implementing the ERAS protocol in colorectal patients reduces the length of stay and total costs.
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- Division of Psychosomatic and Palliative Care, Department of Internal Medicine
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- Department of Nutrition, Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Indonesia—Dr. Cipto Mangunkusumo Hospital
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- Dr. Cipto Mangunkusumo General Hospital
- Nutrition and Food Production Installation Unit, Cipto Mangunkusumo, National General Hospital
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- Dr. Cipto Mangunkusumo General Hospital
- Nutrition and Food Production Installation Unit, Cipto Mangunkusumo, National General Hospital
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- Dr. Cipto Mangunkusumo General Hospital
- Nutrition and Food Production Installation Unit, Cipto Mangunkusumo, National General Hospital
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- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Cipto Mangunkusumo, National General Hospital, Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Indonesia, Jakarta, Indonesia
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汪 夏, 朱 晓, 吴 茜. [Current Status of and Barriers to the Implementation of Enhanced Recovery After Surgery in 77 Tertiary Hospitals]. SICHUAN DA XUE XUE BAO. YI XUE BAN = JOURNAL OF SICHUAN UNIVERSITY. MEDICAL SCIENCE EDITION 2023; 54:1000-1005. [PMID: 37866959 PMCID: PMC10579079 DOI: 10.12182/20230960601] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/25/2023] [Indexed: 10/24/2023]
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Objective To investigate the status of and obstacles to the implementation of enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) in tertiary-care general hospitals in China. Methods Questionnaire on the Current Status of and Barriers to the Implementation of ERAS in Tertiary-Care Hospitals, a self-developed questionnaire, was used to conduct a survey of 77 tertiary hospitals from 21 provinces across China between May 2022 and June 2022. The participating hospitals were selected by convenience sampling. The questionnaire on the current implementation status of ERAS was mainly focused on the departments involved and the ERAS programs implemented, incorporating a total of 25 items of three dimensions, preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative. The answer to each question consisted of 5 options from "never" to "always", which corresponded to 1 to 5 points on the scoring scale, with the higher scores indicating better implementation of the program concerned. In the questionnaire on barriers to ERAS implementation and recommendations, 10 items of two dimensions, including hospital management, and patient and caregiver, were concerned with the barriers to implementation. The answer to each question consisted of 5 options from "disagree" to "strongly agree", which corresponded to 1 to 5 points on the scoring scale, with the higher scores indicating the greater importance of the barriers. Results ERAS programs were implemented in 73 (94.8%) hospitals. The best-implemented items were preoperative education (4.73±0.51), prevention and treatment of deep vein thrombosis (4.55±0.71), and postoperative follow-up (4.40±0.81). The items of poor implementation status were preoperative prehabilitation (2.71±1.40), preoperative oral carbohydrate drinks (3.03±1.49), and early ambulation after surgeries (3.04±1.22). The main obstacles to ERAS implementation included a lack of effective incentive systems, poor motivation among the medical and nursing staffs (3.21±0.93), a lack of disease-specific clinical implementation pathways (3.16±1.06), and a lack of experience in multidisciplinary teamwork (2.98±1.17). Conclusion There is a high rate of ERAS implementation in tertiary general hospitals in China, but clinical implementation and dissemination are still confronted with many obstacles.
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- 夏云 汪
- 江西科技学院 (南昌 330000)Jiangxi University of Technology, Nanchang 330000, China
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- 江西科技学院 (南昌 330000)Jiangxi University of Technology, Nanchang 330000, China
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- 江西科技学院 (南昌 330000)Jiangxi University of Technology, Nanchang 330000, China
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Ahmad H, Shehdio W, Tanoli O, Deckelbaum D, Pasha T. Knowledge, Implementation, and Perception of Enhanced Recovery After Surgery Amongst Surgeons in Pakistan: A Survey Analysis. Cureus 2023; 15:e46030. [PMID: 37900487 PMCID: PMC10602762 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.46030] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 09/19/2023] [Indexed: 10/31/2023] Open
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INTRODUCTION An increasing shift towards non-communicable diseases and an existing high surgical burden of disease in low-middle-income countries (LMICs), such as Pakistan, has driven the need for implementing Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS), a safe and cost-effective surgical service aimed at improving patient recovery and reducing post-operative complications. Despite countless benefits, there are few ERAS programs throughout Pakistan and sparse literature on healthcare professionals' views regarding ERAS. Without a deep understanding of healthcare professionals' perspectives on ERAS, underlying barriers and facilitators to a long-term ERAS implementation cannot be addressed and improved upon. Therefore, the purpose of this study is to better understand the knowledge, implementation, and perception of ERAS from the perspective of healthcare professionals across Pakistan. METHODS Upon receiving ethical approval from the McGill University Health Center (MUHC), a previously validated questionnaire was modified and a 29-question survey was developed and disseminated to healthcare professionals practising in Pakistan. Quantitative data was analyzed using descriptive statistics and potential correlations that exist between the implementation of ERAS and the participants' gender, employment setting, and surgical specialty were investigated using the chi-squared analysis with a p-value of 0.05 as the cutoff. RESULTS A total of 49 participants responded to this survey of whom 34 (69%) worked at a tertiary care teaching hospital whereas 15 (31%) worked at a private hospital. Surprisingly, 42 (85%) participants expressed being aware of the ERAS guidelines with only 30 (61%) either strongly agreeing or agreeing to successfully implementing ERAS into practice. The largest discrepancies in implementation were seen when discussing specific elements of the ERAS guidelines such as preoperative carbohydrate loading, practicing prolonged preoperative fasting, performing mechanical bowel preparation, performing active patient warming, and early postoperative removal of Foley's catheter. Surgeons employed at a private institution were more likely to discuss postoperative pain management and control, less likely to utilize prolonged fasting, more likely to perform regular body temperature monitoring, more likely to practice providing chewing gum to patients postoperatively, and more likely to perform early removal of the Foley's catheter. CONCLUSION An understanding of ERAS, the implementation of various elements, and a positive attitude toward its benefits definitely seem to be prevalent among healthcare professionals in Pakistan. However, key barriers and enablers specific to the underlying healthcare environment seem to be hindering the long-term successful implementation of ERAS across Pakistan. It is crucial for future studies to explore these barriers in further detail and involve the perspective of these key stakeholders to help enhance long-term ERAS adoption.
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- Hamza Ahmad
- Experimental Surgery, McGill University, Montreal, CAN
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- Cardiac Surgery, Allama Iqbal Medical College, Lahore, PAK
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- General Surgery, University of Toronto, Toronto, CAN
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- Cardiac Surgery, Allama Iqbal Medical College, Lahore, PAK
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Jin Z, Lee C, Zhang K, Jeong R, Gan TJ, Richman DC. Utilization of Wearable Pedometer Devices in the Perioperative Period: A Qualitative Systematic Review. Anesth Analg 2023; 136:646-654. [PMID: 36928149 DOI: 10.1213/ane.0000000000006353] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/18/2023]
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Functional capacity assessment is important for perioperative risk stratification; however, there are currently limited options for objective and economical functional capacity evaluation. Pedometer functions are now widely available in mobile devices and offer a nonintrusive and objective approach to measuring patient activity level over time. Therefore, we conducted this systematic review to assess the value of pedometer readings in predicting perioperative outcomes. We systematically searched PubMed, EMBASE (Ovid), Cumulative Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature (CINAHL), and Web of Science Citation Index for studies, which assessed the correlation between perioperative (30 days before to 30 days after surgery) pedometer data and perioperative outcomes. We identified a total of 18 studies for inclusion. Seven of the studies recorded preoperative pedometer data, and 13 studies recorded postoperative pedometer data. Notably, 10 of the studies covered oncologic surgery patients. The included studies consistently reported that preoperative pedometer readings correlated with postoperative complication rates. In addition, in-hospital postoperative pedometer readings correlated with postdischarge complications and readmissions. Perioperative pedometer data demonstrated consistent and biologically plausible association with perioperative outcomes. Further studies are needed to validate the use of pedometer in the perioperative period and to identify the optimal approach for its use to potentially improve patient outcomes.
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- Zhaosheng Jin
- From the Department of Anesthesiology, Renaissance School of Medicine, Stony Brook University, Stony Brook, New York
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- From the Department of Anesthesiology, Renaissance School of Medicine, Stony Brook University, Stony Brook, New York
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- From the Department of Anesthesiology, Renaissance School of Medicine, Stony Brook University, Stony Brook, New York
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- Renaissance School of Medicine, Stony Brook University, Stony Brook, New York
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- From the Department of Anesthesiology, Renaissance School of Medicine, Stony Brook University, Stony Brook, New York
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- From the Department of Anesthesiology, Renaissance School of Medicine, Stony Brook University, Stony Brook, New York
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Lu J, Khamar J, McKechnie T, Lee Y, Amin N, Hong D, Eskicioglu C. Preoperative carbohydrate loading before colorectal surgery: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Int J Colorectal Dis 2022; 37:2431-2450. [PMID: 36472671 DOI: 10.1007/s00384-022-04288-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 11/19/2022] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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PURPOSE Preoperative carbohydrate loading has been introduced as a component of many enhanced recovery after surgery programs. Evaluation of current evidence for preoperative carbohydrate loading in colorectal surgery has never been synthesized. METHODS MEDLINE, Embase, and CENTRAL were searched until May 2021. Randomized controlled trials (RCTs) comparing patients undergoing colorectal surgery with and without preoperative carbohydrate loading were included. Primary outcomes were changes in blood insulin and glucose levels. A pairwise meta-analysis was performed using inverse variance random effects. RESULTS The search yielded 3656 citations, from which 12 RCTs were included. In total, 387 patients given preoperative carbohydrate loading (47.2% female, age: 62.0 years) and 371 patients in control groups (49.4% female, age: 61.1 years) were included. There was no statistical difference for blood glucose and insulin levels between both patient groups. Patients receiving preoperative carbohydrate loading experienced a shorter time to first flatus (SMD: - 0.48 days, 95% CI: - 0.84 to - 0.12, p = 0.008) and stool (SMD: - 0.50 days, 95% CI: - 0.86 to - 0.14, p = 0.007). Additionally, length of stay was shorter in the preoperative carbohydrate loading group (SMD: - 0.51 days, 95% CI: - 0.88 to - 0.14, p = 0.007). There was no difference in postoperative morbidity and patient well-being between both groups. CONCLUSIONS Preoperative carbohydrate loading does not significantly impact postoperative glycemic control in patients undergoing colorectal surgery; however, it may be associated with a shorter length of stay and faster return of bowel function. It merits consideration for inclusion within colorectal enhanced recovery after surgery protocols.
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- Justin Lu
- Temerty Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada
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- Michael G. DeGroote School of Medicine, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, Canada
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- Division of General Surgery, Department of Surgery, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, L8N 4A6, Canada
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- Division of General Surgery, Department of Surgery, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, L8N 4A6, Canada
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- Division of General Surgery, Department of Surgery, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, L8N 4A6, Canada
- Department of Surgery, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, Canada
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- Division of General Surgery, Department of Surgery, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, L8N 4A6, Canada
- Department of Surgery, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, Canada
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- Division of General Surgery, Department of Surgery, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, L8N 4A6, Canada.
- Department of Surgery, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, Canada.
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Value-based Care and Quality Improvement in Perioperative Neuroscience. J Neurosurg Anesthesiol 2022; 34:346-351. [PMID: 35917131 DOI: 10.1097/ana.0000000000000864] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/18/2022] [Accepted: 07/07/2022] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Value-based care and quality improvement are related concepts used to measure and improve clinical care. Value-based care represents the relationship between the incremental gain in outcome for patients and cost efficiency. It is achieved by identifying outcomes that are important to patients, codesigning solutions using multidisciplinary teams, measuring both outcomes and costs to drive further improvements, and developing partnerships across the health system. Quality improvement is focused on process improvement and compliance with best practice, and often uses "Plan-Do-Study-Act" cycles to identify, test, and implement change. Validated, standardized core outcome sets for perioperative neuroscience are currently lacking, but neuroanesthesiologists can consider using traditional clinical indicators, patient-reported outcomes measures, and perioperative core outcome measures. Several examples of bundled care solutions have been successfully implemented in perioperative neuroscience to increase value; for example, enhanced recovery for spine surgery, delirium reduction pathways, and same-day discharge craniotomy. This review proposes potential individual- and system-based solutions to address barriers to value-based care and quality improvement in perioperative neuroscience.
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Wang D, Liu Z, Zhou J, Yang J, Chen X, Chang C, Liu C, Li K, Hu J. Barriers to implementation of enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) by a multidisciplinary team in China: a multicentre qualitative study. BMJ Open 2022; 12:e053687. [PMID: 35288383 PMCID: PMC8921855 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2021-053687] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/05/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVE To explore the attitudes and barriers encountered in the implementation of enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) in China from the perspective of multidisciplinary team members. DESIGN Based on Donabedian's structure-process-outcome (SPO) model, a multicentre qualitative study using semistructured interviews was conducted. SETTING From September 2020 to December 2020, the participants of this study were interviewed from six tertiary hospitals in Sichuan province (n=3), Jiangsu province (n=2) and Guangxi province (n=1) in China. PARTICIPANTS A total of 42 members, including surgeons (n=11), anaesthesiologists (n=10), surgical nurses (n=14) and dietitians(n=7) were interviewed. RESULTS Multidisciplinary team (MDT) members still face many barriers during the process of implementing ERAS. Eight main themes are described around the barriers in the implementation of ERAS. Themes in the structure dimension are: (1) shortage of medical resources, (2) lack of policy support and (3) outdated concepts. Themes in the process dimension are: (1) poor doctor-patient collaboration, (2) poor communication and collaboration among MDT members and (3) lack of individualised management. Themes in the outcome dimension are: (1) low compliance and (2) high medical costs. The current implementation of ERAS is still based on ideas more than reality. CONCLUSIONS In general, barriers to ERAS implementation are broad. Identifying key elements of problems in the application and promotion of ERAS from the perspective of the MDT would provide a starting point for future quality improvement of ERAS, enhance the clinical effect of ERAS and increase formalised ERAS utilisation in China.
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- Dan Wang
- West China School of Nursing/West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
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- West China School of Public Health/West China Fourth Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
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- Hepatobiliary and pancreatic surgery, The Second People's Hospital of Chengdu, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
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- West China School of Nursing/West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
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- West China School of Nursing/West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
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- West China School of Nursing/West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
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- West China School of Nursing/West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
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- Department of Gastrointestinal Surgery, West China Hospital, Sichuan University, Chengdu, Sichuan, China
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Morton-Bailey V, Salenger R, Engelman DT. The 10 Commandments of ERAS for Cardiac Surgery. INNOVATIONS-TECHNOLOGY AND TECHNIQUES IN CARDIOTHORACIC AND VASCULAR SURGERY 2021; 16:493-497. [PMID: 34791923 DOI: 10.1177/15569845211048944] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022]
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- Division of Cardiac Surgery, 1479University of Maryland Saint Joseph Medical Center, Towson, MD, USA
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- Heart and Vascular Program, University of Massachusetts Medical School-Baystate, Springfield, MA, USA
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Senturk M, Sungur Z. Enhanced recovery after thoracic anesthesia. Saudi J Anaesth 2021; 15:348-355. [PMID: 34764842 PMCID: PMC8579505 DOI: 10.4103/sja.sja_1182_20] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/14/2020] [Accepted: 12/15/2020] [Indexed: 11/14/2022] Open
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In recent years, the concept of “Perioperative Medicine” has been evolved to a more concrete and sophisticated approach called “Enhanced Recovery After Surgery” (ERAS). ERAS has been first introduced in colorectal surgery by a dedicated leading ERAS® society, ERAS-criteria has been subsequently extended into several types of surgery, including thoracic surgery. Anesthesiology has always been one of the most important components of the multidisciplinary perioperative approaches, which is also valid for ERAS. There are several guidelines published on the enhanced recovery after thoracic surgery (ERATS). This article focuses on the “official” ERATS protocols of a joint consensus of two different societies. Regarding thoracic anesthesia, there are some challenges to be dealt with. The first challenge, although there is a large number of studies published on thoracic anesthesia, only a very few of them have studied the overall outcome and quality of recovery; and only few of them were powered enough to provide sufficient evidence. This has led to the fact that some components of the protocol are debatable. The second challenge, the adherence to individual elements and the overall compliance are poorly reported and also hard to apply even in the best organized centers. This article explains and discusses the debatable viewpoints on the elements of the ERATS protocol published in 2019 aiming to achieve a list for the future steps required for a more effective and evidence-based ERATS protocol.
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- Mert Senturk
- Department of Anesthesiology and Reanimation, Istanbul Medical Faculty, Istanbul University, Istanbul, Turkey
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- Department of Anesthesiology and Reanimation, Istanbul Medical Faculty, Istanbul University, Istanbul, Turkey
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Implementation of the pre-operative rehabilitation recovery protocol and its effect on the quality of recovery after colorectal surgeries. Chin Med J (Engl) 2021; 134:2865-2873. [PMID: 34732661 PMCID: PMC8667982 DOI: 10.1097/cm9.0000000000001709] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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Background: Patients’ recovery after surgery is the major concern for all perioperative clinicians. This study aims to minimize the side effects of peri-operative surgical stress and accelerate patients’ recovery of gastrointestinal (GI) function and quality of life after colorectal surgeries, an enhanced recovery protocol based on pre-operative rehabilitation was implemented and its effect was explored. Methods: A prospective randomized controlled clinical trial was conducted, patients were recruited from January 2018 to September 2019 in this study. Patients scheduled for elective colorectal surgeries were randomly allocated to receive either standardized enhanced recovery after surgery (S-ERAS) group or enhanced recovery after surgery based on pre-operative rehabilitation (group PR-ERAS). In the group PR-ERAS, on top of recommended peri-operative strategies for enhanced recovery, formatted rehabilitation exercises pre-operatively were carried out. The primary outcome was the quality of GI recovery measured with I-FEED scoring. Secondary outcomes were quality of life scores and strength of handgrip; the incidence of adverse events till 30 days post-operatively was also analyzed. Results: A total of 240 patients were scrutinized and 213 eligible patients were enrolled, who were randomly allocated to the group S-ERAS (n = 104) and group PR-ERAS (n = 109). The percentage of normal recovery graded by I-FEED scoring was higher in group PR-ERAS (79.0% vs. 64.3%, P < 0.050). The subscores of life ability and physical well-being at post-operative 72 h were significantly improved in the group PR-ERAS using quality of recovery score (QOR-40) questionnaire (P < 0.050). The strength of hand grip post-operatively was also improved in the group PR-ERAS (P < 0.050). The incidence of bowel-related and other adverse events was similar in both groups till 30 days post-operatively (P > 0.050). Conclusions: Peri-operative rehabilitation exercise might be another benevolent factor for early recovery of GI function and life of quality after colorectal surgery. Newer, more surgery-specific rehabilitation recovery protocol merits further exploration for these patients. Trial Registration: ChiCTR.org.cn, ChiCTR-ONRC-14005096
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[Elective colorectal fast-track resections-Treatment adherence due to coordination by specialized nursing personnel]. Chirurg 2021; 93:499-508. [PMID: 34468784 DOI: 10.1007/s00104-021-01484-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 07/15/2021] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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Fast-track treatment pathways reduce the frequency of postoperative complications in elective colorectal resections by approximately 40% and due to the rapid recovery reduce the postoperative duration of hospitalization by approximately 50%. Specialized nursing personnel (enhanced recovery after surgery, ERAS, nurses) have already been appointed internationally to accompany and monitor the execution of multimodal perioperative treatment. In November 2018 a fast-track assistant was appointed in the Clinic for General and Visceral Surgery of the Municipal Clinic in Solingen for coordination of the fast-track treatment pathway. The results confirmed that a high adherence to perioperative fast-track treatment concepts can also be achieved in the German healthcare system by the assignment of specialized nursing personnel, with the known advantages for patients, nursing personnel, physicians and hospital sponsors.
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Harji D, Mauriac P, Bouyer B, Berard X, Gille O, Salut C, Rullier E, Celerier B, Robert G, Denost Q. The feasibility of implementing an enhanced recovery programme in patients undergoing pelvic exenteration. Eur J Surg Oncol 2021; 47:3194-3201. [PMID: 34736803 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejso.2021.07.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/15/2021] [Revised: 07/06/2021] [Accepted: 07/14/2021] [Indexed: 12/18/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Pelvic exenteration (PE) is a complex operative procedure, reserved for patients with locally advanced and recurrent pelvic malignancies. PE is associated with a high index of post-operative morbidity. Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) programmes have been successful in improving postoperative outcomes, however, its application in PE has not been studied. The aim of our study is to assess the feasibility and short-term impact of ERAS on PE. METHODS A dedicated PE ERAS programme was developed reflecting the complexity of differing subtypes of PE. A prospective cohort study was undertaken to evaluate the feasibility of implementing our PE ERAS between 2016 and 2020. The primary endpoint of this study was overall compliance with the ERAS programme. RESULTS 145 patients were enrolled into our PE ERAS programme, with 86 (56.2%) patients undergoing a soft tissue PE, 27 (17.6%) a vascular PE and 32 (20.9%) a bony PE. The median overall compliance to the PE ERAS programme was 70% (IQR 55.5-88.8). There were no observed differences between overall compliance to the PE ERAS programme between different subtypes of PE (p = 0.60). Patients with higher compliance with the PE ERAS programme had a shorter LoS (p < 0.001), less post-operative morbidity (p < 0.001), reduced severity of Clavien-Dindo grade of morbidity (p < 0.001) and fewer readmissions (p = 0.03). CONCLUSIONS The principles of ERAS can be readily applied to patients undergoing PE, with high adherence to the ERAS programme associated with improved clinical outcomes.
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- Deena Harji
- Département de Chirurgie Colorectal, Hôpital Haut-Lévèque, 1 Avenue Magellan, 33604, Pessac, CHU Bordeaux, France
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- Département de Chirurgie Colorectal, Hôpital Haut-Lévèque, 1 Avenue Magellan, 33604, Pessac, CHU Bordeaux, France.
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- Département de Chirurgie Rachidienne, Hôpital Pellegrin, Place Amélie Raba Léon, 33076, Bordeaux, CHU Bordeaux, France.
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- Département de Chirurgie Vasculaire, Hôpital Pellegrin, Place Amélie Raba Léon, 33076, Bordeaux, CHU Bordeaux, France
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- Département de Chirurgie Rachidienne, Hôpital Pellegrin, Place Amélie Raba Léon, 33076, Bordeaux, CHU Bordeaux, France.
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- Département D'imagerie Diagnostique et Interventionnelle, Hôpital Haut-Lévèque, 1 Avenue Magellan, 33604, Pessac, CHU Bordeaux, France.
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- Département de Chirurgie Colorectal, Hôpital Haut-Lévèque, 1 Avenue Magellan, 33604, Pessac, CHU Bordeaux, France.
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- Département de Chirurgie Colorectal, Hôpital Haut-Lévèque, 1 Avenue Magellan, 33604, Pessac, CHU Bordeaux, France.
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- Département D'urologie, Hôpital Pellegrin, Place Amélie Raba Léon, 33076, Bordeaux, CHU Bordeaux, France.
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- Département de Chirurgie Colorectal, Hôpital Haut-Lévèque, 1 Avenue Magellan, 33604, Pessac, CHU Bordeaux, France.
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Liu L, Zhang J, Wang G, Guo C, Chen Y, Huang C, Li S. Delayed Discharge after Thoracic Surgery under the Guidance of ERAS Protocols. Thorac Cardiovasc Surg 2021; 70:405-412. [PMID: 34176111 DOI: 10.1055/s-0041-1727232] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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BACKGROUND Enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) protocols have been applied in thoracic surgery and are beneficial to patients. However, some issues about ERAS are still pending. METHODS A total of 1,654 patients who underwent thoracic surgery under the guidance of ERAS protocols were enrolled in this study. We set the length of postoperative stay (LOPS) as our key research indicator. Patients were divided into routine discharge group and delayed discharge group based on LOPS. Causes of delayed discharge were analyzed to improve management of postoperative recovery. RESULTS Male, old age, underlying disease (coronary artery disease, chronic kidney disease, old cerebral infarction, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and arrhythmia), intensive care unit (ICU) stay, type of insurance, and lower forced expiratory volume in one second (FEV1) are the independent impact factors causing delayed discharge. Increased nonchylous drainage (INCD) and prolonged air leakage were the two leading causes for delayed discharge. CONCLUSION Patients should have personalized recovery goal under the same ERAS protocols. We should accept that patients in poor general condition have a prolonged LOPS. More stringent ICU stay indications should be developed to increase postoperative patients' ERAS protocols compliance. Further research on chest tube management will make a contribution to ERAS protocols.
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- Lei Liu
- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Dongcheng-qu, Beijing, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Dongcheng-qu, Beijing, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Dongcheng-qu, Beijing, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Dongcheng-qu, Beijing, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Dongcheng-qu, Beijing, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Dongcheng-qu, Beijing, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Thoracic Surgery, Peking Union Medical College Hospital, Dongcheng-qu, Beijing, People's Republic of China
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Brustia R, Mariani P, Sommacale D, Slim K. The impact of enhanced recovery program compliance after elective liver surgery: Results from a multicenter prospective national registry. Surgery 2021; 170:1457-1466. [PMID: 34176602 DOI: 10.1016/j.surg.2021.05.036] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/18/2021] [Revised: 05/16/2021] [Accepted: 05/22/2021] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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BACKGROUND The Enhanced Recovery Program after surgery is a multimodal, evidence-based protocol of care developed to minimize the response to surgical stress. Data on the influence of ERP on outcomes, particularly according to the complexity of liver surgery, are lacking. METHODS A prospective multicenter cohort of patients undergoing liver surgery and exposed to Enhanced Recovery Program from 2016 to 2020 in France was analyzed. High Enhanced Recovery Program compliance was defined as more than 70% of items (15 out of 21). The outcomes were the rate of complications, length of stay, and functional recovery according to Enhanced Recovery Program compliance. RESULTS A total of 297 patients were included in the study, and they had 61.9% overall compliance (median = 13 items, interquartile range 11-15). Complications were observed in 32.2% (n = 95) of cases, and the mean length of hospital stay was 7.28 (±7.15) days overall. A longer duration of liver surgery was associated with an increase in the complication rate, while high compliance was independently associated with a reduced risk of complications in the multivariable analysis. CONCLUSION High Enhanced Recovery Program compliance was associated with a lower rate of postoperative complexity.
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- Raffaele Brustia
- Assistance Publique-Hôpitaux de Paris, Department of Digestive and Hepato-pancreatic-biliary Surgery, Hôpital Henri-Mondor, Créteil, France; Simplification of Surgical Patients Care, University of Picardie Jules Verne, Amiens, France.
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- Department of Surgical Oncology, Institut Curie, PSL Research University, Paris, France; Francophone Group for Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (GRACE), Beaumont, France
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- Assistance Publique-Hôpitaux de Paris, Department of Digestive and Hepato-pancreatic-biliary Surgery, Hôpital Henri-Mondor, Créteil, France; Paris Est Créteil University, UPEC, Créteil, France; Team "Pathophysiology and Therapy of Chronic Viral Hepatitis and Related Cancers", Assistance Publique-Hôpitaux de Paris, Créteil, France
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- Francophone Group for Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (GRACE), Beaumont, France; Digestive Surgery Department, University Hospital of Clermont-Ferrand, Clermont-Ferrand, France, Francophone Group for Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (GRACE), Beaumont, France
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Caminsky NG, Hamad D, He BH, Zhao K, Al Mahroos M, Feldman LS, Lee L, Boutros M, Fiore JF. Optimizing discharge decision-making in colorectal surgery: a prospective cohort study of discharge practices in a recently implemented enhanced recovery pathway. Colorectal Dis 2021; 23:1507-1514. [PMID: 33423346 DOI: 10.1111/codi.15525] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/30/2020] [Revised: 12/07/2020] [Accepted: 01/04/2021] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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AIM The objectives of this project were (1) to compare time to readiness for discharge by set criteria and actual length of stay (LOS) in a newly implemented colorectal enhanced recovery pathway and (2) to identify reasons for delayed hospital discharge. METHOD We conducted a prospective cohort study of 73 adult patients (age 67 ± 14 years, 56% men, 51% laparoscopic, 13% stoma creation) undergoing elective colorectal surgery in a university hospital with a recently implemented recovery pathway (<2 years). Time to readiness for discharge (oral intake, flatus, pain control, ability to walk, and no complications) was compared to actual LOS using a correlation-adjusted log-rank test. The treating team was interviewed, and thematic analysis was used to identify reasons for patients remaining in hospital after discharge criteria (DC) were achieved. RESULTS Median LOS was 6 (4-8) days and median time to readiness for discharge was 5 (3-8) days (P < 0.001). Twenty-eight patients (37%) remained in hospital after DC were achieved. Although some delayed discharges were medically justified (e.g., workup [13%] or treatment of complications not captured by DC [2.6%]), unnecessary hospital stays were common (e.g., perceived need for observation [16%], or patients not willing to be discharged [11%]). CONCLUSIONS Unnecessary hospital stays were common within a recently implemented enhanced recovery pathway and represent a target for quality improvement. Efforts should be directed at optimizing patient education regarding discharge expectations, early consultation of the discharge planning team and improving discharge decision-making using standardized DC.
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- Natasha G Caminsky
- Department of Surgery, McGill University, Montreal, Quebec, Canada.,Steinberg-Bernstein Centre for Minimally Invasive Surgery and Innovation, McGill University Health Centre, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
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- Department of Surgery, McGill University, Montreal, Quebec, Canada.,Steinberg-Bernstein Centre for Minimally Invasive Surgery and Innovation, McGill University Health Centre, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
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- Department of Surgery, McGill University, Montreal, Quebec, Canada.,Steinberg-Bernstein Centre for Minimally Invasive Surgery and Innovation, McGill University Health Centre, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
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- Department of Epidemiology, Biostatistics, and Occupational Health, McGill University, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
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- Department of Surgery, McGill University, Montreal, Quebec, Canada.,Steinberg-Bernstein Centre for Minimally Invasive Surgery and Innovation, McGill University Health Centre, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
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- Department of Surgery, McGill University, Montreal, Quebec, Canada.,Steinberg-Bernstein Centre for Minimally Invasive Surgery and Innovation, McGill University Health Centre, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
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- Department of Surgery, McGill University, Montreal, Quebec, Canada.,Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery, Sir Mortimer B. Davis Jewish General Hospital, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
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- Department of Surgery, McGill University, Montreal, Quebec, Canada.,Steinberg-Bernstein Centre for Minimally Invasive Surgery and Innovation, McGill University Health Centre, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
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Licina A, Silvers A, Laughlin H, Russell J, Wan C. Pathway for enhanced recovery after spinal surgery-a systematic review of evidence for use of individual components. BMC Anesthesiol 2021; 21:74. [PMID: 33691620 PMCID: PMC7944908 DOI: 10.1186/s12871-021-01281-1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/16/2020] [Accepted: 02/16/2021] [Indexed: 02/07/2023] Open
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Background Enhanced recovery in spinal surgery (ERSS) has shown promising improvements in clinical and economical outcomes. We have proposed an ERSS pathway based on available evidence. We aimed to delineate the clinical efficacy of individual pathway components in ERSS through a systematic narrative review. Methods We included systematic reviews and meta-analysis, randomized controlled trials, non-randomized controlled studies, and observational studies in adults and pediatric patients evaluating any one of the 22 pre-defined components. Our primary outcomes included all-cause mortality, morbidity outcomes (e.g., pulmonary, cardiac, renal, surgical complications), patient-reported outcomes and experiences (e.g., pain, quality of care experience), and health services outcomes (e.g., length of stay and costs). Following databases (1990 onwards) were searched: MEDLINE, EMBASE, and Cochrane Library (Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews and CENTRAL). Two authors screened the citations, full-text articles, and extracted data. A narrative synthesis was provided. We constructed Evidence Profile (EP) tables for each component of the pathway, where appropriate information was available. Due to clinical and methodological heterogeneity, we did not conduct a meta-analyses. GRADE system was used to classify confidence in cumulative evidence for each component of the pathway. Results We identified 5423 relevant studies excluding duplicates as relating to the 22 pre-defined components of enhanced recovery in spinal surgery. We included 664 studies in the systematic review. We identified specific evidence within the context of spinal surgery for 14/22 proposed components. Evidence was summarized in EP tables where suitable. We performed thematic synthesis without EP for 6/22 elements. We identified appropriate societal guidelines for the remainder of the components. Conclusions We identified the following components with high quality of evidence as per GRADE system: pre-emptive analgesia, peri-operative blood conservation (antifibrinolytic use), surgical site preparation and antibiotic prophylaxis. There was moderate level of evidence for implementation of prehabilitation, minimally invasive surgery, multimodal perioperative analgesia, intravenous lignocaine and ketamine use as well as early mobilization. This review allows for the first formalized evidence-based unified protocol in the field of ERSS. Further studies validating the multimodal ERSS framework are essential to guide the future evolution of care in patients undergoing spinal surgery. Supplementary Information The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1186/s12871-021-01281-1.
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- Ana Licina
- Austin Health, 145 Studley Road, Heidelberg, Victoria, 3084, Australia.
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- Monash Health, Clayton, Australia, Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Science, Monash University, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Austin Health, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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- Royal Hobart Hospital, Hobart, Tasmania, Australia.,St Vincent's Hospital, Melbourne, Australia
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van Zelm R, Coeckelberghs E, Sermeus W, Wolthuis A, Bruyneel L, Panella M, Vanhaecht K. A mixed methods multiple case study to evaluate the implementation of a care pathway for colorectal cancer surgery using extended normalization process theory. BMC Health Serv Res 2021; 21:11. [PMID: 33397382 PMCID: PMC7784254 DOI: 10.1186/s12913-020-06011-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/17/2020] [Accepted: 12/10/2020] [Indexed: 01/30/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Specific factors that facilitate or prevent the implementation of enhanced recovery protocols for colorectal cancer surgery have been described in previous qualitative studies. This study aims to perform a concurrent qualitative and quantitative evaluation of factors associated with successful implementation of a care pathway (CP) for patients undergoing surgery for colorectal cancer. METHODS This comparative mixed methods multiple case study was based on a sample of 10 hospitals in 4 European countries that implemented a specific CP and performed pre- and post-implementation measurements. In-depth post-implementation interviews were conducted with healthcare professionals who were directly involved. Primary outcomes included protocol adherence and improvement rate. Secondary outcomes included length of stay (LOS) and self-rated protocol adherence. The hospitals were ranked based on these quantitative findings, and those with the highest and lowest scores were included in this study. Qualitative data were summarized on a per-case basis using extended Normalization Process Theory (eNPT) as theoretical framework. The data were then combined and analyzed using joint display methodology. RESULTS Data from 381 patients and 30 healthcare professionals were included. Mean protocol adherence rate increased from 56 to 62% and mean LOS decreased by 2.1 days. Both measures varied greatly between hospitals. The two highest-ranking hospitals and the three lowest-ranking hospitals were included as cases. Factors which could explain the differences in pre- and post-implementation performance included the degree to which the CP was integrated into daily practice, the level of experience and support for CP methodology provided to the improvement team, the intrinsic motivation of the team, shared goals and the degree of management support, alignment of CP development and hospital strategy, and participation of relevant disciplines, most notably, physicians. CONCLUSIONS Overall improvement was achieved but was highly variable among the 5 hospitals evaluated. Specific factors involved in the implementation process that may be contributing to these differences were conceptualized using eNPT. Multidisciplinary teams intending to implement a CP should invest in shared goals and teamwork and focus on integration of the CP into daily processes. Support from hospital management directed specifically at quality improvement including audit may likewise facilitate the implementation process. TRIAL REGISTRATION NCT02965794 . US National Library of Medicine, ClinicalTrials.gov . Registered 4 August 2014.
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- R van Zelm
- Leuven Institute for Healthcare Policy, Katholieke Universiteit Leuven, Leuven, Belgium.
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- Leuven Institute for Healthcare Policy, Katholieke Universiteit Leuven, Leuven, Belgium
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- Depertment of Abdominal Surgery, University Hospital Leuven, Leuven, Belgium
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- Depertment of Abdominal Surgery, University Hospital Leuven, Leuven, Belgium
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- Leuven Institute for Healthcare Policy, Katholieke Universiteit Leuven, Leuven, Belgium
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- Department of Translational Medicine, University of Eastern Piemonte (UPO), Novarra, Italy
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- Leuven Institute for Healthcare Policy, Katholieke Universiteit Leuven, Leuven, Belgium.,Department of Quality, Academic Policy Advisor, University Hospital Leuven, Leuven, Belgium
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Qin PP, Jin JY, Wang WJ, Min S. Perioperative breathing training to prevent postoperative pulmonary complications in patients undergoing laparoscopic colorectal surgery: A randomized controlled trial. Clin Rehabil 2020; 35:692-702. [PMID: 33283533 DOI: 10.1177/0269215520972648] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/19/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The aim of this study was to determine whether perioperative breathing training reduces the incidence of postoperative pulmonary complications in patients undergoing laparoscopic colorectal surgery. DESIGN A randomized controlled trial. SETTING University hospital. SUBJECTS A total of 240 patients undergoing laparoscopic colorectal surgery participated in this study. INTERVENTION The enrolled patients were randomized into an intervention or control group. Patients in the intervention group received perioperative breathing training, including deep breathing and coughing exercise, balloon-blowing exercise, and pursed lip breathing exercise. The control group received standard perioperative care without any breathing training. MAIN MEASURES The primary endpoint was the incidence of postoperative pulmonary complications. The secondary objectives were to evaluate the effect of perioperative breathing training on arterial oxygenation, incidence of other postoperative complications, patient satisfaction, length of stay, and hospital charges. RESULTS The incidence of postoperative pulmonary complications in the breathing training group was lower than that in the control group (5/120 [4%] vs 14/120 [12%]; RR 0.357, 95%CI 0.133-0.960; P = 0.031). In addition, PaO2 and arterial oxygenation index on the first and fourth days after surgery were significantly higher in the breathing training group than in the control group (P < 0.001). In addition, patients with breathing training had shorter length of stay (6d [IQR 5-7] vs 8d [IQR 7-9]), lower hospital charges (7761 ± 1679 vs 8212 ± 1326), and higher patient satisfaction (9.46 ± 0.65 vs 9.21 ± 0.47) than those without. CONCLUSION Perioperative breathing training may reduce the incidence of postoperative pulmonary complications and preserve of arterial oxygenation after laparoscopic colorectal surgery.
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- Pei-Pei Qin
- The Department of Anesthesiology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, China
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- The Department of Anesthesiology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, China
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- The Department of Anesthesiology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, China
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- The Department of Anesthesiology, The First Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, China
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Harrison R, Iniesta MD, Pitcher B, Ramirez PT, Cain K, Siverand AM, Mena G, Lasala J, Meyer LA. Enhanced recovery for obese patients undergoing gynecologic cancer surgery. Int J Gynecol Cancer 2020; 30:1595-1602. [PMID: 32848023 DOI: 10.1136/ijgc-2020-001663] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/26/2020] [Revised: 07/23/2020] [Accepted: 08/03/2020] [Indexed: 12/20/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE To compare post-operative length of stay and complication rates of matched obese and non-obese patients in an enhanced recovery (ERAS) program after open gynecologic cancer surgery. METHODS We performed an observational cohort study of patients (n=1225) undergoing open surgery from November 2014 to November 2018 at a tertiary cancer center. Patients undergoing multidisciplinary procedures, non-oncologic surgery, or procedures in addition to abdominal surgery were excluded (n=190). Obese and non-obese patients were matched by date, age, disease status, and surgical complexity. The primary outcome was post-operative length of stay. Secondary outcomes included 30-day peri-operative complications, re-operation, re-admission, opioid use, and program compliance. RESULTS After matching, 696 patients (348 obese, 348 non-obese) with median age of 57 years (IQR 48-66) were analyzed. Obese patients had a longer median procedure time (218 min vs 192.5 min, p<0.001) and greater median estimated blood loss (300 mL vs 200 mL, p<0.001). Median (IQR) post-operative length of stay was the same for obese and non-obese patients: 3 days (IQR 2-4). Obese and non-obese patients had similar rates of grade III-IV complications (10.9% and 6.6%, respectively, p=0.06), re-operation (2.3% and 1.4%, respectively, p=0.58), and re-admission (11.8% and 8.0%, respectively, p=0.13). Grade I-II complications were more common among obese patients (62.4% vs 48.3%, p<0.001) because they had more wound complications (17.8% vs 4.9%, p<0.001). Obese patients received more opioids both during surgery (morphine equivalent dose 57.25 mg (IQR 35-72.5) vs 50 mg (IQR 25-622.5), p=0.003) and after surgery (morphine equivalent daily dose 45 mg/day (IQR 10-96.2) vs 29.37 mg/day (IQR 7.5-70), p=0.01). Obese and non-obese patients had similar ERAS program compliance (70.1% and 69.8%, respectively, p=0.32). CONCLUSIONS Neither post-operative length of stay nor the rate of serious complications differed significantly despite longer surgeries, greater blood loss, and more opioid use among obese patients. An ERAS program was safe, effective, and feasible for obese patients with suspected gynecologic cancer.
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- Ross Harrison
- Gynecologic Oncology and Reproductive Medicine, University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas, USA
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- Gynecologic Oncology and Reproductive Medicine, University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas, USA
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- Biostatistics, University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas, USA
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- Gynecologic Oncology and Reproductive Medicine, University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas, USA
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- Clinical Pharmacy Services, University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas, USA
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- Gynecologic Oncology and Reproductive Medicine, University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas, USA
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- Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine, University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas, USA
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- Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine, University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas, USA
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- Gynecologic Oncology and Reproductive Medicine, University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas, USA
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Trends of complications and innovative techniques' utilization for colectomies in the United States. Updates Surg 2020; 73:101-110. [PMID: 32772277 DOI: 10.1007/s13304-020-00862-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/12/2020] [Accepted: 07/31/2020] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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Despite an increasing trend towards utilization of minimally invasive approaches (MIS), results regarding their safety profile are contradictory. All patients who underwent elective colectomy for any underlying disease with an identifiable operative approach available from the targeted colectomy files of the ACS-NSQIP PUFs 2013 to 2018 were included. The trend of utilization and complication rates of the different operative approaches (open, laparoscopic, robotic) were assessed during the inclusion period. Furthermore, overall, surgical, and medical complications were compared between the three approaches. The study cohort included 78,987 patients. Of them, 12,335 (15.6%) patients underwent open, 57,874 (73.3%) laparoscopic, and 8,778 (11.1%) robotic surgery. There was an increasing trend towards the utilization of robotic surgery (2.5% increase per year) at the expense of the other approaches. With the increasing trend toward the utilization of the robotic approach, a decreasing trend in overall and surgical complications and length of stay was observed. After adjusting for the baseline confounders, robotic surgery was associated with shorter length of stay, lower rate of overall (OR 0.397; p < 0.05 compared to open and OR: 0.763; p < 0.05 compared to laparoscopy) and surgical complications (OR: 0.464; p < 0.05 compared to open and OR: 0.734; p < 0.05 compared to laparoscopy). This study revealed an increasing trend toward the utilization of MIS for elective colectomy in the US. Robotic surgery was associated with a decreasing trend in overall and surgical morbidity and length of stay.
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Forster C, Doucet V, Perentes JY, Abdelnour-Berchtold E, Zellweger M, Marcucci C, Krueger T, Rosner L, Gonzalez M. Impact of Compliance With Components of an ERAS Pathway on the Outcomes of Anatomic VATS Pulmonary Resections. J Cardiothorac Vasc Anesth 2020; 34:1858-1866. [DOI: 10.1053/j.jvca.2020.01.038] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/10/2019] [Revised: 01/15/2020] [Accepted: 01/20/2020] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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Cao LX, Chen ZQ, Jiang Z, Chen QC, Fan XH, Xia SJ, Lin JX, Gan HC, Wang T, Huang YX. Rapid rehabilitation technique with integrated traditional Chinese and Western medicine promotes postoperative gastrointestinal function recovery. World J Gastroenterol 2020; 26:3271-3282. [PMID: 32684741 PMCID: PMC7336322 DOI: 10.3748/wjg.v26.i23.3271] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/14/2020] [Revised: 05/09/2020] [Accepted: 05/28/2020] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND During the perioperative period, the characteristic therapy of traditional Chinese medicine is effective in improving postoperative rehabilitation. In large-scale hospitals practicing traditional Chinese medicine, there is accumulating experience related to the promotion of fast recovery in the perioperative period.
AIM To evaluate the efficacy and safety of Yikou-Sizi powder hot compress on Shenque acupuncture point combined with rapid rehabilitation technique.
METHODS This prospective, multicenter, randomized, controlled study included two groups: Treatment group and control group. The patients in the treatment group and control group received Yikou-Sizi powder hot compress on Shenque acupuncture point combined with rapid rehabilitation technique and routine treatment, respectively. Clinical observation regarding postoperative recovery of gastrointestinal function was performed, including the times to first passage of flatus, first defecation, and first normal bowel sounds. The comparison between groups was conducted through descriptive analysis, χ2, t, F, and rank-sum tests.
RESULTS There was a statistically significant difference in the time to postoperative first defecation between the treatment and control group (87.16 ± 32.09 vs 109.79 ± 40.25 h, respectively; P < 0.05). Similarly, the time to initial recovery of bowel sounds in the treatment group was significantly shorter than that in the control group (61.17 ± 26.75 vs 79.19 ± 33.35 h, respectively; P < 0.05). However, there was no statistically significant difference in the time to initial exhaust between the treatment and control groups (51.54 ± 23.66 vs 62.24 ± 25.95 h, respectively; P > 0.05). The hospitalization expenses for the two groups of patients were 62283.45 ± 12413.90 and 62059.42 ± 11350.51 yuan, respectively. Although the cost of hospitalization was decreased in the control group, the difference was not statistically significant (P > 0.05). This clinical trial was safe without reports of any adverse reaction or event.
CONCLUSION The rapid rehabilitation technique with integrated traditional Chinese and Western medicine promotes the recovery of postoperative gastrointestinal function and is significantly better than standard approach for patients after colorectal surgery.
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- Li-Xing Cao
- Perioperative Research Team, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou 510000, Guangdong Province, China
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- Perioperative Research Team, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou 510000, Guangdong Province, China
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- Perioperative Research Team, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou 510000, Guangdong Province, China
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- Perioperative Research Team, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou 510000, Guangdong Province, China
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- Perioperative Research Team, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou 510000, Guangdong Province, China
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- Perioperative Research Team, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou 510000, Guangdong Province, China
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- The Second Clinical College of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou 510000, Guangdong province, China
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- Perioperative Research Team, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou 510000, Guangdong Province, China
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- The Second Clinical College of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou 510000, Guangdong province, China
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- The Second Clinical College of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, Guangzhou 510000, Guangdong province, China
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Zhao L, Li Y. Application of dexmedetomidine combined with sufentanil in colon cancer resection and its effect on immune and coagulation function of patients. Oncol Lett 2020; 20:1288-1294. [PMID: 32724370 PMCID: PMC7377205 DOI: 10.3892/ol.2020.11643] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/22/2019] [Accepted: 11/14/2019] [Indexed: 12/14/2022] Open
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Application of dexmedetomidine combined with sufentanil in colon cancer resection and its effect on immune and coagulation function of patients was studied. Colon cancer cases (n=176) admitted to Xiangya Hospital Central South University were selected into the study. They were divided into group A (n=92) and group B (n=84). In group A, patients underwent surgery anesthesia with dexmedetomidine combined with sufentanil. In group B, patients underwent surgery anesthesia only with sufentanil. The anesthesia induced intubation, operation time and incidence of postoperative adverse reaction of patients were compared between the two groups. Heart rate (HR), systolic blood pressure (SBP) and diastolic blood pressure (DBP) were observed and recorded before induction, before intubation and after intubation. Blood coagulation analyzer was used to detect four items of coagulation before and after operation. FACSCalibur flow cytometry was used to detect T lymphocyte subsets in peripheral blood of patients in the two groups. The pain scores (VAS) of patients in the two groups were measured and recorded after surgery at 4, 24 and 48 h. There was a difference in anesthesia induced intubation and operation time of patients in both groups (P<0.05). There were differences in HR, SBP and DBP of patients in both groups after intubation (P<0.05), in postoperative coagulation function (P<0.05), and in postoperative immune function of patients in both groups (P<0.05). The VAS scores of patients in both groups were different at different time-points after operation (P<0.05). There were differences in postoperative adverse reactions of patients in both groups (P<0.05). Dexmedetomidine combined with sufentanil is a viable anesthetic regimen for colon cancer resection. The coagulation function and immune function have certain improvement effect for patients.
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- Liqun Zhao
- Xiangya Nursing School, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan 410013, P.R. China.,Xiangya Hospital Central South University, Changsha, Hunan 410008, P.R. China
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- Xiangya Nursing School, Central South University, Changsha, Hunan 410013, P.R. China
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van Zelm R, Coeckelberghs E, Sermeus W, Wolthuis A, Bruyneel L, Panella M, Vanhaecht K. Effects of implementing a care pathway for colorectal cancer surgery in ten European hospitals: an international multicenter pre-post-test study. Updates Surg 2020; 72:61-71. [PMID: 31993994 DOI: 10.1007/s13304-020-00706-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/03/2019] [Accepted: 01/15/2020] [Indexed: 01/28/2023]
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Adherence to evidence-based recommendations is variable and generally low. This is also followed in colorectal surgery, despite the availability of the ERAS® protocol. The aim of the study was to evaluate the effect of implementing a care pathway for perioperative care in colorectal cancer surgery on outcomes and protocol adherence. So, we performed an international pre-test-post-test multicenter study, performed in ten hospitals in four European countries. The measures used included length of stay, morbidity and mortality, and documentation and adherence on intervention and patient level. Unadjusted pre-test-post-test differences were analyzed following an analysis adjusted for patient-mix variables. Importance-performance analysis was used to map the relationship between importance and performance of individual interventions. In total, 381 patients were included. Length of stay decreased from 12.6 to 10.7 days (p = 0.0230). Time to normal diet and walking also decreased significantly. Protocol adherence improved from 56 to 62% (p < 0.00001). Adherence to individual interventions remained highly variable. Importance-performance analysis showed 30 interventions were scored as important, of which 19 had an adherence < 70%, showing priorities for improvement. Across hospitals, change in protocol adherence ranged from a 13% decrease to a 22% increase. Implementing a care pathway for colorectal cancer surgery reduced length of stay, time to normal diet and walking. Documentation and protocol adherence improved after implementing the care pathway. However, not in all participating hospitals protocol adherence improved. Only in 25% of patients, protocol adherence of ≥ 70% was achieved, suggesting a large group is at risk for underuse. Importance-performance analysis showed which interventions are important, but have low adherence, prioritizing improvement efforts.
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- Ruben van Zelm
- Leuven Institute for Healthcare Policy, KU Leuven, Kapucijnenvoer 35/3, 3000, Louvain, Belgium. .,European Pathway Association, Louvain, Belgium.
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- Leuven Institute for Healthcare Policy, KU Leuven, Kapucijnenvoer 35/3, 3000, Louvain, Belgium
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- Leuven Institute for Healthcare Policy, KU Leuven, Kapucijnenvoer 35/3, 3000, Louvain, Belgium.,European Pathway Association, Louvain, Belgium
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- Department of Abdominal Surgery, University Hospital Leuven, KU Leuven, Louvain, Belgium
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- Leuven Institute for Healthcare Policy, KU Leuven, Kapucijnenvoer 35/3, 3000, Louvain, Belgium.,University Hospitals Leuven, Louvain, Belgium
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- European Pathway Association, Louvain, Belgium.,Department of Translational Medicine, University of Eastern Piemonte (UPO), Novarra, Italy
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- Leuven Institute for Healthcare Policy, KU Leuven, Kapucijnenvoer 35/3, 3000, Louvain, Belgium.,European Pathway Association, Louvain, Belgium.,Department of Quality, University Hospital Leuven, Louvain, Belgium
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Purpose of Review
To provide a brief summary of the progress of enhanced recovery over the last 5 to 10 years and set out what the future might hold for such programmes.
Recent Findings
There has been significant progress in the adoption of enhanced recovery programmes across multiple surgical specialities. However there is still difficulty in sustaining a target of > 80% compliance, which has been identified through research as the optimal level to observe best patient results. With increasing interest in perioperative medicine and prehabilitation, more focus is being put into enhanced recovery programmes.
Summary
The evidence continues to support the use of enhanced recovery programmes to reduce patient mortality, morbidity and length of stay and therefore saving cost and resource. However more progress needs to be made in adoption and compliance to these programmes. In the future, advances in technology may aid programme implementation and data collection.
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Reis PGDA, Polakowski C, Lopes M, Bussyguin DS, Ferreira RP, Preti VB, Tomasich FDS. Abbreviated preoperative fasting favours postoperative oral intake at lower hospital admission costs for cancer patients. Rev Col Bras Cir 2019; 46:e20192175. [PMID: 31389524 DOI: 10.1590/0100-6991e-20192175] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/11/2019] [Accepted: 04/17/2019] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE to evaluate the feasibility of abbreviated fasting in oncologic colorectal surgeries, as well as the impact on the surgical outcome of the patients. METHODS prospective randomized comparative study with patients undergoing elective colorectal cancer surgeries from May to September 2017. Patients were randomized electronically into two groups according to the preoperative fast to be adopted: conventional or abbreviated. RESULTS of the 33 patients included, 15 followed the abbreviated fasting protocol and 18 the conventional fasting. Both groups had comparable profiles. No patient underwent mechanical preparation of the colon. In 69.7% of the cases, surgery involved low rectal dissection. The procedures were equivalent in relation to intraoperative variables and severe complications. The time to achieve complete oral intake was shorter for abbreviated fasting (10 versus 16 days, p=0.001), as well as the length of inhospital stay (2 versus 4 days, p=0.009). Hospital costs were lower in the abbreviated fasting (331 versus 682 reais, p<0.001). The univariable analysis revealed a correlation between complete oral intake and abbreviated fasting [HR 0.29 (IC95%: 0.12-0.68] and abdominal distension [HR 0.12 (IC95% 0.01-0.94)]. After multivariable analysis, abbreviated fasting presented a lower time for complete oral intake [HR 0.39 (IC95%: 0.16-0.92]. CONCLUSION the abbreviated preoperative fasting favors the metabolic-nutritional recovery, reducing the time for complete oral intake. The implementation of the abbreviation protocol reduces hospital admission costs.
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- Hospital Erasto Gaertner, Serviço de Nutrição, Equipe Multidisciplinar de Terapia Nutricional (EMTN), Curitiba, PR, Brasil
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- Hospital Erasto Gaertner, Serviço de Nutrição, Equipe Multidisciplinar de Terapia Nutricional (EMTN), Curitiba, PR, Brasil
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- Hospital Erasto Gaertner, Serviço de Nutrição, Equipe Multidisciplinar de Terapia Nutricional (EMTN), Curitiba, PR, Brasil.,Hospital Erasto Gaertner, Serviço de Cirurgia Abdominal, Curitiba, PR, Brasil
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Gao R, Yang H, Li Y, Meng L, Li Y, Sun B, Zhang G, Yue M, Guo F. Enhanced recovery after surgery in pediatric gastrointestinal surgery. J Int Med Res 2019; 47:4815-4826. [PMID: 31379230 PMCID: PMC6833409 DOI: 10.1177/0300060519865350] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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Objective Enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) protocols help optimize inpatient care and minimize discomfort. This study was performed to explore the safety, feasibility, and clinical and social value of ERAS in pediatric gastrointestinal surgery. Methods This study included all children (n = 125) who underwent appendectomy, pyloromyotomy, transabdominal Soave’s procedure, Meckel’s diverticulum resection, or reduction of intussusception in our institution from January to September 2018. We compared surgical outcomes between children who underwent surgery under conventional perioperative regimens (control group, n = 57) and those who were treated with ERAS protocols (ERAS group, n = 68). Results There were no significant intergroup differences in demographic or surgical data. However, the bowel function recovery time, postoperative intravenous nutrition time, duration of postoperative hospital stay, and hospital costs were significantly lower in the ERAS group than control group. There was no significant intergroup difference in the complication rate. Conclusions Our results indicate that implementation of ERAS protocols is safe and feasible in pediatric gastrointestinal surgery. They can improve patient comfort, shorten the duration of the postoperative hospital stay, reduce hospital costs, and accelerate postoperative rehabilitation without increasing the risk of postoperative complications. Therefore, ERAS protocols deserve wider implementation and promotion.
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- Ruyue Gao
- Department of Pediatric Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
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- Basic Medical College, Hebei Medical University, Shijiazhuang, China
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
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- Department of Pediatric Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
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Is It Possible to Maintain High Compliance with the Enhanced Recovery after Surgery (ERAS) Protocol?-A Cohort Study of 400 Consecutive Colorectal Cancer Patients. J Clin Med 2018; 7:jcm7110412. [PMID: 30400342 PMCID: PMC6262379 DOI: 10.3390/jcm7110412] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/24/2018] [Revised: 10/27/2018] [Accepted: 11/01/2018] [Indexed: 01/06/2023] Open
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The aim of our study was to evaluate the implementation and degree of adherence to the Enhanced Recovery after Surgery (ERAS) protocol in a group of 400 patients operated laparoscopically for colorectal cancer, and to assess its impact on the short-term results. The prospective study included patients with histologically confirmed colorectal cancer undergoing elective laparoscopic resection from years 2012 to 2017. For the purpose of further analysis, patients were divided into four groups: 100 consecutive patients were in each group. There were no statistically significant differences between groups in demographic parameters. The mean compliance with the ERAS protocol in the entire study group was 84.8%. Median adherence differed between the groups 76.9% vs. 92.3% vs. 84.6% vs. 84.6%, respectively (p < 0.0001). There were statistically significant differences between groups in the tolerance of oral diet (54% vs. 83% vs. 83% vs. 64%) and mobilization (74% vs. 92% vs. 91% vs. 94%) on the first postoperative day. In subsequent groups, time to first flatus decreased (2.5 vs. 2.1 vs. 2.0 vs. 1.7 days, p = 0.0001). There were no statistical differences in the postoperative morbidity rate between groups (p = 0.4649). The median length of hospital stay in groups was 5 vs. 4 vs. 4 vs. 4 days, respectively (p = 0.0025). Maintaining high compliance with the ERAS protocol is possible, despite the slight decrease that occurs within a few years after its implementation. This decrease in compliance does not affect short-term results, which are comparable to those shortly after overcoming the learning curve.
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PURPOSE OF REVIEW Enhanced recovery pathways are a well-defined perioperative health care program utilizing evidence-based interventions in a protocol-like manner designed to standardize techniques including drug selection and dosing to improve results and to reduce overall costs including facilitating earlier discharge from hospitals after surgery. RECENT FINDINGS A PubMed and World Wide Web search was performed with the following key words: enhanced recovery, surgical enhanced recovery, recovery pathways, and enhanced recovery pathways surgery. This introduction to enhanced recovery pathways reflects its 20-year history, worldwide appeal, and ever growing presence in our practices. Many clinical teams have not, as of yet, incorporated enhanced recovery pathway principles to their practices and therefore, continued evolution should include increasing outreach and formalized guidelines in the future.
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Enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) pathways target specific areas within perioperative patient care in a multidisciplinary and evidence-based manner. Because of the subsequent positive outcomes associated with its use, ERAS has expanded to most surgical subspecialties, including hepatopancreatobiliary surgery. Although certain concepts are universal to all ERAS protocols, there are unique areas of emphasis pertaining to the hepatopancreatobiliary specialties, which will be highlighted throughout this article. In addition, some of the less frequently discussed aspects of enhanced recovery, including patient-reported outcomes, recovery assessment, cost, and auditing, will be addressed.
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- Heather A Lillemoe
- Department of Surgical Oncology, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX, USA
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- Department of Surgical Oncology, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, TX, USA.
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Bergstrom JE, Scott ME, Alimi Y, Yen TT, Hobson D, Machado KK, Tanner EJ, Fader AN, Temkin SM, Wethington S, Levinson K, Sokolinsky S, Lau B, Stone RL. Narcotics reduction, quality and safety in gynecologic oncology surgery in the first year of enhanced recovery after surgery protocol implementation. Gynecol Oncol 2018; 149:554-559. [PMID: 29661495 DOI: 10.1016/j.ygyno.2018.04.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 31] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/30/2018] [Revised: 04/03/2018] [Accepted: 04/04/2018] [Indexed: 02/06/2023]
Abstract
OBJECTIVES Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) programs are mechanisms for achieving value-based improvements in surgery. This report provides a detailed analysis of the impact of an ERAS program on patient outcomes as well as quality and safety measures during implementation on a gynecologic oncology service at a major academic medical center. METHODS A retrospective review of gynecologic oncology patients undergoing elective laparotomy during the implementation phase of an ERAS program (January 2016 through December 2016) was performed. Patient demographics, surgical variables, postoperative outcomes, and adherence to core safety measures, including antimicrobial and venous thromboembolism (VTE) prophylaxis, were compared to a historical patient cohort (January 2015 through December 2015). Statistical analyses were performed using t-tests, Wilcoxon rank sum tests, and Chi squared tests. RESULTS The inaugural 109 ERAS program participants were compared to a historical patient cohort (n=158). There was no difference in BMI, race, malignancy, or complexity of procedure between cohorts. ERAS patients required less narcotics (70.7 vs 127.4, p=0.007, oral morphine equivalents) and PCA use (32.1% vs. 50.6%, p=0.002). Despite this substantial reduction in narcotics, ERAS patients did not report more pain and in fact reported significantly less pain by postoperative day 3. There were no differences in length of stay (5days), complication rates (13.8% vs. 20.3%, p=0.17) or 30-day readmission rates (9.5 vs 11.9%, p=0.54) between ERAS and historical patients, respectively. Compliance with antimicrobial prophylaxis was 97.2%. However, 33.9% of ERAS patients received substandard preoperative VTE prophylaxis. CONCLUSIONS ERAS program implementation resulted in reductions in narcotic requirements and PCA use without changes in length of stay or readmission rates. Compliance should be diligently audited during the implementation phase of ERAS programs, with special attention to adherence to pre-existing core safety measures.
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Affiliation(s)
- Jennifer E Bergstrom
- Kelly Gynecologic Oncology Service, Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore, MD, USA
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- Kelly Gynecologic Oncology Service, Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore, MD, USA
| | - Yewande Alimi
- Department of Surgery, Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore, MD, USA
| | - Ting-Tai Yen
- Kelly Gynecologic Oncology Service, Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore, MD, USA
| | - Deborah Hobson
- Department of Surgery, Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore, MD, USA
| | - Karime K Machado
- Kelly Gynecologic Oncology Service, Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore, MD, USA
| | - Edward J Tanner
- Kelly Gynecologic Oncology Service, Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore, MD, USA
| | - Amanda N Fader
- Kelly Gynecologic Oncology Service, Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore, MD, USA
| | - Sarah M Temkin
- Virginia Commonwealth University, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Richmond, VA, USA
| | - Stephanie Wethington
- Kelly Gynecologic Oncology Service, Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore, MD, USA
| | - Kimberly Levinson
- Kelly Gynecologic Oncology Service, Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore, MD, USA
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- Russell H. Morgan Department of Radiology and Radiological Science, Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD, USA
| | - Rebecca L Stone
- Kelly Gynecologic Oncology Service, Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore, MD, USA.
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