Intraoperative Management for Enhanced Recovery After Gynecologic Surgery
Gavin Ovsak, Gabriel E. Mena, Javier D. Lasala
Abstract
Enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) protocols have revolutionized perioperative care, aiming to reduce surgical stress and expedite recovery. In gynecologic surgery, anesthesiologists play a pivotal role in implementing intraoperative strategies that align with ERAS principles. This manuscript delineates evidence-based intraoperative anesthetic management techniques tailored for gynecologic procedures within an ERAS framework, including multimodal analgesia, optimal fluid management, maintenance of normothermia, and lung protective ventilation (Figure 1). The integration of these strategies has demonstrated improvements in patient outcomes, including reduced hospital stays, decreased opioid consumption, and enhanced patient satisfaction.