[Fast-track surgery in radical retropubic prostatectomy. First experiences with a comprehensive program to enhance postoperative convalescence].
Urologe A 2006;
44:1287-93. [PMID:
16180028 DOI:
10.1007/s00120-005-0923-4]
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Abstract
Fast-track surgery is a comprehensive program for the optimization of perioperative care in elective surgery reducing potential postoperative complications and speeding up convalescence. Recent data from randomized colon resection trials emphasize that fast-track surgery is possible in most major operations. Our initial results in radical retropubic prostatectomy fast-track surgery have been encouraging. Fast-track surgery in major urological operations needs validation using randomized trials.
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