The Crucial Role of Wound Care in Enhanced Recovery after Surgery Protocols – Bridging the Gap in ERAS and Surgical Wound Management

Sandy-Hodgetts K, Carvalhal S and Wainwright T

Lead Skin Integrity Research Group, Centre for Molecular Medicine & Innovative Therapeutics, Murdoch University, Australia School of Biomedical Sciences, University of Western Australia, Australia Instituto Português de Oncologia de Lisboa, Portugal Department of Orthopedics, Bournemouth University, UK

^*Correspondance to: Kylie Sandy-Hodgetts 

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Abstract:

Despite the remarkable progress in surgical and anesthetic techniques, the implementation of standardized Enhanced Recovery after Surgery (ERAS) protocols, and our evolving understanding of wound healing, complications related to surgical wounds continue to be a significant concern across various surgical disciplines. Surgical site infections and surgical wound dehiscence pose not only physical discomfort for patients but also lead to additional healthcare visits, clinical management and at times, surgical readmissions. The management of these complications often falls on the shoulders of home care providers, family GPs, or district nurses, contributing significantly to the growing healthcare burden. This article highlights the crucial yet often overlooked aspect of ERAS protocols – postoperative wound care, its impact on patient outcomes and healthcare expenditure.

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Sandy-Hodgetts K, Carvalhal S, Wainwright T. The Crucial Role of Wound Care in Enhanced Recovery after Surgery Protocols – Bridging the Gap in ERAS and Surgical Wound Management. World J Surg Surgical Res. 2024; 7: 1542..