Conclusion and relevance to clinical practice
In conclusion, to optimise Enhanced Recovery After Surgery
(ERAS), a perioperative discharge programme must be
developed, focusing on information and dialogue about the
probability of surgery-related symptoms postoperatively,
while understanding the importance of pain management,
mobilisation, nutrition and changed bowel habits (McMurray
et al. 2007).
In addition, clinical practice guidelines should be developed
as well as the appropriate use of hospital prophylactic
course to improve symptom control and to increase the