Is preoperative physical activity level of patients undergoing cancer surgery associated with postoperative outcomes? A systematic review and meta-analysis

ConclusionsThe available literature suggests higher levels of preoperative PA in patients undergoing cancer surgery may be associated with better postoperative outcomes, particularly shorter LOS and better QOL. There is a need for high-quality studies investigating the association between preoperative PA and postoperative outcomes.Systematic review registrationPROSPERO 2017 CRD42017082334. Available from:http://www.crd.york.ac.uk/PROSPERO/display_record.php?ID=CRD42017082334.
Source: European Journal of Surgical Oncology (EJSO) - Category: Surgery Source Type: research