Effectiveness of the enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) program after lobectomy for lung cancer: a single-center observational study using propensity score matching in Vietnam.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Postoperative complications and extended length of stays (LOS) following lobectomy for non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) remain significant healthcare and economic burdens, especially in developing countries with limited resources. This study evaluated the effectiveness of enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) protocols in addressing these issues.

Methods

This observational study compared two groups of patients, utilizing a prospective arm for ERAS and a retrospective arm for routine care. Outcomes measured included postoperative LOS, complications, re-operations, and re-admissions. Propensity score matching (PSM) was used to adjust for potential confounders between the two groups.

Results

Among 197 NSCLC patients (98 in the ERAS group and 99 in the routi

SUBMITTER: Bang HT 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11635212 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature