Publications by authors named "Santiago Gonzalez-Ayora"
Article Synopsis
- The study investigates compliance differences in Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) protocols for colon versus rectal cancer surgeries and identifies obstacles in implementing ERAS for rectal surgeries.
- Among the 434 patients analyzed, rectal surgeries had a significantly lower compliance rate (73%) compared to colonic procedures (82%), indicating challenges in applying ERAS effectively to rectal surgeries.
- Key factors contributing to lower compliance in rectal surgeries included an open surgical approach, use of an epidural catheter, and postoperative ileus, suggesting a need for tailored ERAS protocols for rectal procedures.
Introduction: Since the first laparoscopic incisional hernia repair, several minimally invasive procedures have been developed in abdominal wall repair. In 2017, the extended totally extraperitoneal (eTEP) approach for abdominal wall repair was published. We present the results from eTEP implementation at two medical centers by one surgeon.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFPurpose: The aim of the study was to evaluate the benefits of implementing Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) protocols in elderly patients undergoing elective colorectal surgery.
Methods: A retrospective non-randomized cohort study was conducted from September 2012 to December 2016. We included patients ≥ 70 years undergoing elective colorectal surgery.
Purpose: ERAS (enhanced recovery after surgery) programs have proven to reduce morbidity and hospital stay in colorectal surgery. However, the feasibility of these programs in elderly patients has been questioned. The aim of this study is to assess the implementation and outcomes of an ERAS program for colorectal cancer in elderly patients.
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