Does high ERAS compliance improve postoperative outcomes in patients undergoing colorectal surgery for cancer?
High compliance with ERAS protocols is associated with improved postoperative outcomes and prevention of severe complications in colorectal cancer surgery.
High ERAS compliance is associated with improved postoperative outcomes in colorectal cancer surgery. Key protocol components for preventing severe complications include avoiding prophylactic drains, minimal postoperative opioid use, avoiding salt and water overload, nutritional support, and early mobilization.
Portilho et al. (Sat,) studied this question.