1. The document discusses the implementation of a fast-track surgery (FTS) protocol in 11 Spanish hospitals for colorectal surgery patients.
2. An initial retrospective study of 240 patients found a 37% morbidity rate and average 13-day hospital stay.
3. A prospective study of 234 patients following the FTS protocol found lower 28% morbidity, 7-day average stay, and fewer re-admissions.
4. Compliance with individual FTS protocol elements varied, with an average of 8.4 of 14 elements per patient. Higher compliance was associated with better outcomes.
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