Enhanced Recovery After Colorectal Surgery

Introduction: Multimodal rehabilitation (MMR), combines various elements in the management of the surgical patient which lead to a decrease in surgical stress and a more comfortable and faster postoperative recovery.

Objective: To assess the introduction of MMR in a specialized Colorectal Unit and compare the results with the traditional model assessing its´ efficacy as to recovery, and reduction of hospital stay and costs.

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Key information

Conditions

Fast Track Enhanced Recovery

Age range

18 year and older

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Interventional

Phase

Not applicable

About this study

Materials y Methods: A prospective randomized trial was conducted which analyzed 119 patients who underwent elective colorectal surgery between 2009 and 2010. 58 patients were assigned to the traditional group and 61 patients to the MMR group. MMR included preoperative education, early feeding and mobilisation.

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: No

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

Patients who underwent elective colorectal surgery between 2009 and 2010.
Signed informed consent
Live in Valencia metropolitan area

Exclusion criteria

Emergency surgery
No colonic resection
Unable to continue follow-up
Dependent on others for daily activities

Treatment and study plan

Multimodal Rehabilitation

Other

Primary outcomes

Postoperative stay

Time frame: 18 months

Secondary outcomes

Postoperative complications

Time frame: 18 months

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

University of Valencia

Other

Registry information

Official study title

Impact of the Introduction of a Multimodal Rehabilitation Programme for Colorectal Patients. A Prospective Randomized Trial.

Important dates

Study start: 2009
Primary completion: 2010
Study completion: 2010
First posted: Jun 22, 2010
Registry last updated: Jun 22, 2010

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This listing is for discovery and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice, does not guarantee that a study is recruiting, and does not determine eligibility. Contact the study team and a qualified healthcare professional when considering participation.

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