HPB : the official journal of the International Hepato Pancreato Biliary Association
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Comparative Study
Safety and feasibility of an enhanced recovery pathway after a liver resection: prospective cohort study.
In contrast to colorectal surgery, enhanced recovery pathways (ERPs) have not yet become standard practice after major upper abdominal surgery. The aim of this study was to assess the feasibility and outcomes after implementation of an ERP after liver a resection. ⋯ Enhanced recovery after a liver resection appears to be safe, feasible and may reduce severe complications. However, the LOS was significantly influenced by patient age, open surgery and post-operative complications, but not by an ERP.