A meta-analysis of the implementation of enhanced recovery after surgery pathways in anterior cervical spine surgery for degenerative cervical spine diseases.

Xia QinHuaxi LiJiang LongChencheng Feng

Published in: European spine journal : official publication of the European Spine Society, the European Spinal Deformity Society, and the European Section of the Cervical Spine Research Society (2024)

The data of this study suggest that the implementation of ERAS protocol decreases LOS, cost and complications rates and improve satisfaction for the patients undergoing anterior cervical spine surgery. To support the practice use of ERAS in anterior cervical spine surgery further, controlled trials will be indispensable.

Keyphrases

primary care
healthcare
patients undergoing
quality improvement
randomized controlled trial
electronic health record
big data
machine learning