With more than 234 million major operations performed annually worldwide, Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) protocols are transforming how healthcare facilities approach perioperative and postoperative care. Here’s everything you need to know about implementing these game-changing guidelines.

1. The Problem ERAS Solves Is Massive

The staggering statistics: An estimated 20 percent of surgical patients suffer postsurgical complications that increase hospital length of stay (HLOS), drive up costs and worsen patient outcomes. ERAS guidelines specifically target these issues by reducing complications, accelerating recovery and enhancing patient outcomes through evidence-based care elements.

Why it matters: These complications aren’t just numbers; they represent real patients experienc

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