Impact of the Introduction of a Multimodal Rehabilitation Programme for Colorectal Patients. A Prospective Randomized Trial.
Overview
- Phase
- Not Applicable
- Intervention
- Not specified
- Conditions
- Fast Track
- Sponsor
- University of Valencia
- Enrollment
- 119
- Primary Endpoint
- Postoperative stay
- Status
- Completed
- Last Updated
- 15 years ago
Overview
Brief Summary
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.
Detailed Description
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.
Investigators
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
- •Patients who underwent elective colorectal surgery between 2009 and
- •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
Outcomes
Primary Outcomes
Postoperative stay
Time Frame: 18 months
Secondary Outcomes
- Postoperative complications(18 months)