Perioperative catabolism

Conclusions Current anticatabolic therapeutic strategies include glycemic control and perioperative nutrition in combination with optimal pain control and the avoidance of preoperative starvation. All these elements are part of Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) programs.

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Source: Canadian Journal of Anesthesia - January 15, 2015 Category: Anesthesiology Source Type: research