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Effects of early postoperative mobilization following gastrointestinal surgery: systematic review and meta-analysis.

Antonie WillnerChristian TeskeThilo HackertThilo Welsch
Published in: BJS open (2023)
There is a large heterogeneity among the study cohorts, operations and interventions. The available evidence currently does not support specific early postoperative mobilization protocols as an isolated element to further reduce the morbidity rate and duration of hospital stay. Further well-designed trials are required to identify effective early postoperative mobilization protocols.
Keyphrases
  • patients undergoing
  • healthcare
  • physical activity
  • coronary artery bypass
  • surgical site infection
  • electronic health record