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OPTIMIZATION OF PERIOPERATIVE CARE FOR COLONIC SURGERY: A REVIEW OF THE EVIDENCE
Article first published online: 7 JAN 2008
DOI: 10.1111/j.1445-2197.2007.04350.x
2008 Royal Australasian College of Surgeons
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Zargar-Shoshtari, K. and Hill, A. G. (2008), OPTIMIZATION OF PERIOPERATIVE CARE FOR COLONIC SURGERY: A REVIEW OF THE EVIDENCE. ANZ Journal of Surgery, 78: 13–23. doi: 10.1111/j.1445-2197.2007.04350.x
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- Issue published online: 7 JAN 2008
- Article first published online: 7 JAN 2008
- Accepted for publication 30 April 2007.
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Keywords:
- colonic;
- enhanced recovery;
- ERAS;
- fast-track surgery;
- perioperative care
Enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) care pathways are becoming increasingly common in colonic surgery. ERAS is a combination of individual strategies that have been shown to be effective in improving care. In this article, we review the evidence surrounding core components of enhanced recovery care pathways for patients undergoing open colonic surgery. We will also identify new elements that should be considered as part of ERAS strategy.