[Abstract Only] Observational Study: Use of Enhanced Recovery After Surgery Protocols Linked to Reduced Postoperative Complications in Total Hip and Knee Arthroplasty

Association Between Use of Enhanced Recovery After Surgery Protocol and Postoperative Complications in Total Hip and Knee Arthroplasty in the Postoperative Outcomes Within Enhanced Recovery After Surgery Protocol in Elective Total Hip and Knee Arthroplasty Study (POWER2) – JAMA Surgery (link to abstract – $ for full-text)

Commentary: Following ERAS Protocol Associated With Better Outcomes After Hip, Knee Surgery – Reuters / Medscape (free registration required)

Related: Consensus statement for perioperative care in total hip replacement and total knee replacement surgery: Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS^®) Society recommendations – Acta Orthopaedica (free) AND Complete List of Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) Society Guidelines (free articles)

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An increase in adherence to the ERAS program was associated with a decrease in postoperative complications, although only a few ERAS items were individually associated with improved outcomes https://t.co/aLq4QTnq0K

— JAMA Surgery (@JAMASurgery) February 12, 2020