ERAS Protocol for Pediatric Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Promotes Safe and Early Discharge

Elective laparoscopic cholecystectomy (LC) pediatric patients in our institution have historically been admitted for an overnight hospital stay (OHS). The purpose of this study was to implement an ERAS protocol for elective LC in pediatric patients to promote same-day discharge (SDD) while maintaining excellent outcomes.

https://www.jpedsurg.org/article/S0022-3468(19)30706-7/fulltext?rss=yes

Source: Journal of Pediatric Surgery - November 7, 2019 Category: Surgery Authors: Andrew Yeh, Gabriella Butler, Stephen Strotmeyer, Kelly Austin, Mihaela Visoiu, Franklyn Cladis, Marcus Malek Source Type: research