Chinese Expert Consensus on Enhanced Recovery After Hepatectomy (Version 2017)

Area of Science:

• Hepatobiliary Surgery
• Perioperative Medicine
• Evidence-Based Practice

Background:

• Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) represents a paradigm shift in perioperative care.
• ERAS protocols aim to mitigate physiological stress and trauma associated with surgical interventions.
• Rapid recovery is a key objective of ERAS, improving patient outcomes and reducing hospital stays.

Purpose of the Study:

• To establish the first expert consensus guideline for ERAS in hepatectomy within China.
• To consolidate current clinical applications and expert experiences in ERAS for liver surgery.
• To provide evidence-based recommendations for optimizing perioperative management in hepatectomy patients.

Main Methods:

• A comprehensive review of clinical application studies on ERAS in hepatectomy.
• Incorporation of expert opinions and clinical experience from leading specialists.
• Development of consensus statements by a dedicated committee organized by the Chinese Medical Association and China International Exchange and Promotive Association for Medical and Health Care.

Main Results:

• The establishment of the Chinese Expert Consensus on Enhanced Recovery After Hepatectomy (Version 2017).
• A structured guideline detailing optimized perioperative treatment measures for liver surgery.
• A framework for implementing ERAS principles in the Chinese context for hepatectomy.

Conclusions:

• The consensus provides a crucial guideline for implementing ERAS in Chinese hepatectomy practice.
• Adherence to these guidelines is expected to enhance patient recovery and reduce surgical trauma.
• This initiative marks a significant advancement in liver surgery management in China.