J Minim Invasive Surg.  2021 Dec;24(4):180-181. 10.7602/jmis.2021.24.4.180.

Which patients with gastric cancer should be candidates for Enhanced Recovery After Surgery protocols?

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  • 1Department of Surgery, Seoul St. Mary’s Hospital, College of Medicine, The Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, Korea

Abstract

The application of Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) protocols for the various cancer surgeries is increasing. ERAS program is introduced to reduce surgery stress, accelerate the average length of postoperative functional recovery, and lower postoperative morbidity. The application of the ERAS protocols for gastric cancer has been assessed in several studies, and it has been reported that the ERAS protocol significantly improves recovery time in gastrectomy patients without significantly affecting complications.

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Stomach neoplasms; Enhanced Recovery After Surgery; Compliance
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