Guidelines for perioperative care in elective colorectal surgery: Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) Society recommendations 2025

Preoperative ERAS items Preadmission education and informationPreoperative education is a crucial component of ERAS care in colorectal surgery, but its wide variation makes comparing studies challenging.From 3,512 publications identified in the literature search, 10 met grading criteria, including 3 moderate-quality randomized controlled trials (RCTs).One RCT 9 found that tailored information for patients with rectal cancer reduced anxiety and improved satisfaction, especially 6 months after surgery.Another RCT 10 showed that virtual reality education significantly decreased anxiety and depression, enhancing patient satisfaction.A third RCT 11 reported that targeted preoperative ERAS and stoma education…