Effects of early postoperative mobilization following gastrointestinal surgery: systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Early postoperative mobilization is considered a key element of enhanced recovery after surgery protocols. The aim of this study was to summarize the effect of early postoperative mobilization following gastrointestinal operations on patient recovery, mobility, the morbidity rate and duration of hospital stay.

Methods

A systematic literature search was conducted in December, 2022, using PubMed, Web of Science and the Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials. Controlled trials reporting the effects of early postoperative mobilization after gastrointestinal surgery were included. The risk of bias was assessed using a modified Downs and Black tool and the Cochrane Collaboration tool for randomized trials. The outcomes of interest were gastrointestinal recovery

SUBMITTER: Willner A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10580147 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature