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Fast-track (FT) surgery, a coordinated perioperative approach, enhances recovery and reduces stress. This review examines its procedure-specific applications, finding it effective in reducing hospital stays and complications across various surgical fields.

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Area of Science:

  • Perioperative Medicine
  • Surgical Recovery Protocols
  • Evidence-Based Surgery

Background:

  • Fast-track (FT) surgery is a coordinated perioperative approach designed to minimize surgical stress.
  • It aims to expedite postoperative recovery and improve patient outcomes.
  • This review focuses on the procedure-specific implementation of FT surgery.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the existing literature on the application of fast-track surgery.
  • To examine the evidence for FT surgery across different surgical specialties.
  • To assess the effectiveness and benefits of FT protocols.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of studies on fast-track surgery.
  • Analysis of procedure-specific applications of FT protocols.
  • Examination of data from randomized trials and cohort studies.

Main Results:

  • FT surgery has been primarily applied in colorectal surgery but shows positive results in numerous other areas.
  • Quantitative analysis indicates FT reduces hospital stay without increasing adverse events.
  • Benefits include fewer complications, reduced ileus, less fatigue and pain, and lower hospital costs.

Conclusions:

  • FT surgery is effective in reducing hospital stay and complications across diverse surgical procedures.
  • Despite demonstrated benefits, widespread implementation in clinical practice remains slow.
  • Standardized, procedure-specific FT protocols are recommended for routine adoption.