Enhanced recovery after surgery: are we ready, and can we afford not to implement these pathways for patients undergoing radical cystectomy?

Patel, Hitendra R H; Cerantola, Yannick; Valerio, Massimo; Persson, Beata; Jichlinski, Patrice; Ljungqvist, Olle; Hubner, Martin; Kassouf, Wassim et al. · Eur Urol · 2014

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Abstract

Enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) for radical cystectomy seems logical, but our study has shown a paucity in the level of clinical evidence. As part of the ERAS Society, we welcome global collaboration to collect evidence that will improve patient outcomes.

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