A retrospective observational study of enhanced recovery after surgery in older patients undergoing elective colorectal surgery.

ABSTRACT: BACKGROUND:Enhanced recovery programs (ERPs) in colorectal surgery have demonstrated beneficial effects on postoperative complications, return of bowel function, length of stay, and costs, without increasing readmissions or mortality. However, ERPs were not specifically designed for older patients and feasibility in older patients has been questioned. AIM:The aim of this study was to assess ERP adherence and outcomes in older patients and to identify risk factors for postoperative complications and prolonged length of stay. METHOD:Retrospective analysis of consecutive patients (≥70 years) undergoing elective colorectal resection in a tertiary referral hospital in 2017. RESULTS:Ninety-six patients were included. Adherence rates were above 80% in 18 of 21 ERP interventions considered. The lo

SUBMITTER: Fagard K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7209103 | biostudies-literature | 2020

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature