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  • Endocrinology
  • Surgical Medicine

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  • The body's catabolic response to surgical stress involves complex physiological changes.
  • Perioperative hyperglycemia and protein loss are key features, linked to impaired insulin function and increased surgical morbidity.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the pathophysiology, clinical relevance, and therapeutic strategies for the catabolic response to surgical stress.
  • To highlight the role of Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) programs in managing perioperative catabolism.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of studies on surgical stress response, catabolism, and recovery.
  • Analysis of clinical features, metabolic consequences, and therapeutic interventions.

Main Results:

  • Perioperative catabolism is characterized by hyperglycemia and protein loss due to impaired insulin function.
  • Elevated blood glucose and muscle weakness correlate with increased morbidity after major surgery.
  • Neuraxial anesthesia and avoidance of preoperative fasting can mitigate the stress response and enhance recovery.

Conclusions:

  • Current anticatabolic strategies involve glycemic control, perioperative nutrition, pain management, and avoiding preoperative starvation.
  • These strategies are integral components of Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) programs.
  • Optimizing these elements is crucial for improving patient outcomes after major abdominal surgery.