Table 1 Main differences between the protocols
ERAS (n30) | Traditional protocol (n60) |
|---|---|
Pre-surgical optimization | No pre-surgical optimization |
Carbohydrate-rich diet the day before surgery | Normal diet |
6-h fast for solids and 2-h fast for clear liquid | 8 h fast for solids and liquids |
Maintain euvolemia during surgery | No euvolemia during surgery |
Active heating during surgery | No active heating during surgery |
Laparoscopic port infiltration | No laparoscopic port infiltration |
Restrictive fluid therapy after surgery. | Prolonged fluid therapy |
Tolerance 6 h after surgery | Tolerance 1 day after surgery |
Avoiding the use of opiates | Opiates are allowed |
Removal of bladder catheter 12–24 h after surgery | Removal of bladder catheter 24–48 h after surgery |
Active mobilization 1st day PO | Active mobilization 2nd day PO |