Standardization in perioperative care has led to major improvements in surgical outcomes
during the last two decades. Enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) programs are one
example of a clinical pathway impacting both surgical outcomes and efficiency of care, but
these programs have not yet been widely adapted for surgery in children. In adults, ERAS
pathways have been shown to reduce length of stay, reduce complication rates, and
improve patient satisfaction. These pathways improve outcomes through standardization of …