scholarly journals ERAS® Program in a Portuguese Hospital: Results from Elective Colorectal Surgery after One Year of Implementation

2020 ◽  
Vol 33 (9) ◽  
pp. 568
Author(s):  
André Carrão ◽  
Daniel Ribeiro ◽  
Maria Manso ◽  
Joana Oliveira ◽  
Luís Féria ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Colorectal Surgery ◽  
Length Of Stay ◽  
Propensity Score ◽  
Propensity Score Matching ◽  
Enhanced Recovery ◽  
Enhanced Recovery After Surgery ◽  
Bowel Function ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Elective Colorectal Surgery ◽  
Improve Patient

Introduction: The Enhanced Recovery After Surgery® program comprises the implementation of various perioperative measures that reduce surgical stress and ultimately improve patient recovery and outcome. The purpose of this study is to evaluate the first-year compliance and clinical outcomes after implementation of the Enhanced Recovery After Surgery® program in elective colorectal surgery in our hospital.Material and Methods: An analysis was performed on the 210 patients who underwent elective colorectal surgery from May 2016 to December 2017. The group of patients that underwent surgery after the protocol implementation (Enhanced Recovery After Surgery® group) was compared to a conventional care control group (pre- Enhanced Recovery After Surgery® group). Differences between the two groups were adjusted using Propensity Score matching. The main outcomes were length of stay, return of bowel function, complications and mortality. The evolution of compliance with Enhanced Recovery After Surgery® principles was also analyzed.Results: After propensity score matching, 112 patients were included in the present study: 56 patients formed the pre-Enhanced Recovery After Surgery® group and 56 the Enhanced Recovery After Surgery® group. The overall adherence to the protocol increased from 35.7% to 80.8%. There was a decrease in length of stay, time to return of bowel function and medical complications.Discussion: The Enhanced Recovery After Surgery® program is safe and seems to shorten length of stay and improve patient recovery and clinical outcome.Conclusion: This study showed that the implementation of the Enhanced Recovery After Surgery® program was possible in Hospital Beatriz Ângelo, with a positive impact in the immediate postoperative recovery of colorectal patients.

Comparison of Outcomes between Obese and Non-Obese Patients in a Colorectal Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) Program: A Single-Center Cohort Study

2020 ◽  
Vol 37 (5) ◽  
pp. 420-427
Author(s):  
Pouya Iranmanesh ◽  
Vaihere Delaune ◽  
Jeremy Meyer ◽  
Emilie Liot ◽  
Beatrice Konrad ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Colorectal Surgery ◽  
Enhanced Recovery ◽  
Enhanced Recovery After Surgery ◽  
Bowel Function ◽  
Postoperative Outcomes ◽  
University Hospital ◽  
Obese Patients ◽  
Oncologic Surgery ◽  
Elective Colorectal Surgery ◽  
Increased Risk

Introduction: Obese patients are considered at increased risk of postoperative adverse events after colorectal surgery. Objective: The objective of the present study was to compare postoperative outcomes between obese and non-obese patients undergoing elective colorectal surgery in an Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) program. Methods: A retrospective analysis of a prospective cohort including patients who underwent elective colorectal surgery and were included in an ERAS protocol between February 2014 and December 2017 at Geneva University Hospital, Geneva, Switzerland, was performed. Postoperative outcomes of obese and non-obese patients were compared. Results: Data of 460 patients were analyzed, including 374 (81%) non-obese and 86 (19%) obese patients. Overall, there was no difference in postoperative outcomes between the 2 groups. Among patients undergoing oncologic surgery, obese subjects had a significantly higher rate of conversion to laparotomy (11.9 vs. 2.1%, p = 0.01) and longer time until return of bowel function (2.38 vs. 1.98 days, p = 0.03), without increased morbidity or longer length of stay. Conclusion: Obese and non-obese patients had similar postoperative outcomes after elective colorectal surgery with ERAS management. ERAS can potentially reduce the increased morbidity usually observed in obese patients following elective colorectal surgery.

Goal-directed Fluid Therapy Does Not Reduce Primary Postoperative Ileus after Elective Laparoscopic Colorectal Surgery

2017 ◽  
Vol 127 (1) ◽  
pp. 36-49 ◽  
Author(s):  
Juan C. Gómez-Izquierdo ◽  
Alessandro Trainito ◽  
David Mirzakandov ◽  
Barry L. Stein ◽  
Sender Liberman ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Colorectal Surgery ◽  
Fluid Therapy ◽  
Postoperative Ileus ◽  
Enhanced Recovery ◽  
Laparoscopic Colorectal Surgery ◽  
Enhanced Recovery After Surgery ◽  
Therapy Group ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Goal Directed Fluid Therapy ◽  
The Impact

Abstract Background Inadequate perioperative fluid therapy impairs gastrointestinal function. Studies primarily evaluating the impact of goal-directed fluid therapy on primary postoperative ileus are missing. The objective of this study was to determine whether goal-directed fluid therapy reduces the incidence of primary postoperative ileus after laparoscopic colorectal surgery within an Enhanced Recovery After Surgery program. Methods Randomized patient and assessor-blind controlled trial conducted in adult patients undergoing laparoscopic colorectal surgery within an Enhanced Recovery After Surgery program. Patients were assigned randomly to receive intraoperative goal-directed fluid therapy (goal-directed fluid therapy group) or fluid therapy based on traditional principles (control group). Primary postoperative ileus was the primary outcome. Results One hundred twenty-eight patients were included and analyzed (goal-directed fluid therapy group: n = 64; control group: n = 64). The incidence of primary postoperative ileus was 22% in the goal-directed fluid therapy and 22% in the control group (relative risk, 1; 95% CI, 0.5 to 1.9; P = 1.00). Intraoperatively, patients in the goal-directed fluid therapy group received less intravenous fluids (mainly less crystalloids) but a greater volume of colloids. The increase of stroke volume and cardiac output was more pronounced and sustained in the goal-directed fluid therapy group. Length of hospital stay, 30-day postoperative morbidity, and mortality were not different. Conclusions Intraoperative goal-directed fluid therapy compared with fluid therapy based on traditional principles does not reduce primary postoperative ileus in patients undergoing laparoscopic colorectal surgery in the context of an Enhanced Recovery After Surgery program. Its previously demonstrated benefits might have been offset by advancements in perioperative care.

Caution: Increased Acute Kidney Injury in Enhanced Recovery after Surgery (ERAS) Protocols

2019 ◽  
Vol 85 (2) ◽  
pp. 156-161 ◽  
Author(s):  
Crystal P. Koerner ◽  
Alexandra G. Lopez-Aguiar ◽  
Mohammad Zaidi ◽  
Shelby Speegle ◽  
Glen Balch ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Acute Kidney Injury ◽  
Colorectal Surgery ◽  
Enhanced Recovery ◽  
Enhanced Recovery After Surgery ◽  
Kidney Injury ◽  
Morbidity And Mortality ◽  
Elective Colorectal Surgery ◽  
Baseline Serum ◽  
Increased Risk ◽  
Postoperative Aki

Minimizing perioperative fluid administration is a key component of enhanced recovery after surgery protocols (ERAS). Acute kidney injury (AKI) is a major cause of morbidity and mortality in hospitalized patients. Our aim was to assess the association of ERAS with the incidence and severity of AKI in patients undergoing elective colorectal surgery. In this single-study retrospective review, patients undergoing colorectal surgery from 2013 to 2017 were included. Primary endpoint was postoperative AKI. Secondary outcomes were hospital length of stay (LOS) and 30-day readmission. Baseline demographics and procedure types were similar between both groups. AKI was higher in the ERAS versus non-ERAS group (23 vs 9%; P = 0.002). Factors associated with increased risk of AKI on univariate regression included presence of preoperative cardiovascular risk factors (hazard ratio (HR) 3.5; 95% CI 1.3–9.7; P < 0.01), more complex colorectal operations (HR 5.1; 95% CI 1.6–16.1; P < 0.01), and management with an ERAS pathway (HR 2.9; 95% CI 1.5–5.8; P < 0.01). On multi-variable analysis, ERAS remained a significant risk factor for developing AKI (HR 3.44; 95% CI 1.5–7.7; P < 0.01). ERAS patients had a shorter hospital LOS (3.9 vs 5.9 days, P < 00.1) compared with non-ERAS patients, with no difference in 30-day readmission rates (11.5 vs 10.7%; P = 0.98). Although the incidence of AKI is higher in patients treated with ERAS protocols, the majority represent minor elevations in baseline serum creatinine and did not affect the reduction in hospital LOS associated with ERAS. Given the potential association of AKI, however, with increased long-term morbidity and mortality, ERAS protocols should be optimized to prevent postoperative AKI.

scholarly journals Implementation of an ERAS Pathway in Colorectal Surgery

2019 ◽  
Vol 32 (02) ◽  
pp. 102-108 ◽  
Author(s):  
Liliana Bordeianou ◽  
Paul Cavallaro
Keyword(s):  
Colorectal Surgery ◽  
Length Of Stay ◽  
Postoperative Care ◽  
Enhanced Recovery ◽  
Enhanced Recovery After Surgery ◽  
Hospital Length ◽  
Hospital Length Of Stay ◽  
Standardized Protocol ◽  
Improve Hospital ◽  
Eras Protocol

AbstractEnhanced Recovery after Surgery (ERAS) protocols have been demonstrated to improve hospital length of stay and outcomes in patients undergoing colorectal surgery. This article presents the specific components of an ERAS protocol implemented at the authors' institution. In particular, details of both surgical and anesthetic ERAS pathways are provided with explanation of all aspects of preoperative, perioperative, and postoperative care. Evidence supporting inclusion of various aspects within the ERAS protocol is briefly reviewed. The ERAS protocol described has significantly benefitted postoperative outcomes in colorectal patients and can be employed at other institutions wishing to develop an ERAS pathway for colorectal patients. A checklist is provided for clinicians to easily reference and facilitate implementation of a standardized protocol.

Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) Eliminates Racial Disparities in Postoperative Length of Stay After Colorectal Surgery

2018 ◽  
Vol 268 (6) ◽  
pp. 1026-1035 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tyler S. Wahl ◽  
Lauren E. Goss ◽  
Melanie S. Morris ◽  
Allison A. Gullick ◽  
Joshua S. Richman ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Colorectal Surgery ◽  
Length Of Stay ◽  
Racial Disparities ◽  
Enhanced Recovery ◽  
Enhanced Recovery After Surgery ◽  
Postoperative Length

scholarly journals The Financial and Clinical Impact of an Electronic Health Record Integrated Pathway in Elective Colon Surgery

2020 ◽  
Vol 11 (01) ◽  
pp. 095-103
Author(s):  
Jonathan S. Austrian ◽  
Frank Volpicelli ◽  
Simon Jones ◽  
Mitchell A. Bernstein ◽  
Jane Padikkala ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Length Of Stay ◽  
Electronic Health Record ◽  
Enhanced Recovery ◽  
Colon Surgery ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Health Record ◽  
Elective Colorectal Surgery ◽  
Electronic Health ◽  
Elective Colon Surgery ◽  
Elective Colon

Abstract Background Enhanced Recovery after Surgery (ERAS) pathways have been shown to reduce length of stay, but there have been limited evaluations of novel electronic health record (EHR)-based pathways. Compliance with ERAS in real-world settings has been problematic. Objective This article evaluates a novel ERAS electronic pathway (E-Pathway) activity integrated with the EHR for patients undergoing elective colorectal surgery. Methods We performed a retrospective cohort study of surgical patients age ≥ 18 years hospitalized from March 1, 2013 to August 31, 2016. The primary cohort consisted of patients admitted for elective colon surgery. We also studied a control group of patients undergoing other elective procedures. The E-Pathway was implemented on March 2, 2015. The primary outcome was variable costs per case. Secondary outcomes were observed to expected length of stay and 30-day readmissions. Results We included 823 (470 and 353 in the pre- and postintervention, respectively) colon surgery patients and 3,415 (1,819 and 1,596 in the pre- and postintervention) surgical control patients in the study. Among the colon surgery cohort, there was statistically significant (p = 0.040) decrease in costs of 1.28% (95% confidence interval [CI] 0.06–2.48%) per surgical encounter per month over the 18-month postintervention period, amounting to a total savings of $2,730 per patient at the 1-year postintervention period. The surgical control group had a nonsignificant (p = 0.231) decrease in monthly costs of 0.57% (95% CI 1.51 to – 0.37%) postintervention. For the 30-day readmission rates, there were no statistically significant changes in either cohort. Conclusion Our study is the first to report on the reduced costs after implementation of a novel sophisticated E-Pathway for ERAS. E-Pathways can be a powerful vehicle to support ERAS adoption.

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