Table 5.
Patient-Reported outcomes comparing ERAS and standard care groups.
| Outcome | ERAS Group (n = 174) | Standard Care Group (n = 171) | P-value |
|---|---|---|---|
| SF-36 Physical Component Score | 72.8 ± 10.4 | 66.2 ± 11.3 | < 0.001 |
| SF-36 Mental Component Score | 74.3 ± 9.6 | 69.1 ± 10.1 | < 0.001 |
| EQ-5D Index | 0.85 ± 0.05 | 0.78 ± 0.06 | 0.018 |
| Proportion of Patients with Full ADL Recovery (n [%]) | 156 (89.7%) | 131 (76.6%) | 0.006 |
| Return to Work or Normal Activities (n [%]) | 145 (83.3%) | 122 (71.3%) | 0.024 |
| Functional Independence Score | 91.4 ± 8.7 | 81.6 ± 9.4 | < 0.001 |
| Emotional Well-being Improvement (n [%]) | 162 (93.1%) | 135 (78.9%) | < 0.001 |
| Fatigue Reduction Score (0–10 scale) | 8.1 ± 1.2 | 6.4 ± 1.5 | < 0.001 |
| Social Activity Resumption (n [%]) | 138 (79.3%) | 114 (66.7%) | 0.014 |
Abbreviation: ERAS: Enhanced Recovery After Surgery; SF-36: Short Form-36; ADLs: Ability to Perform Activities of Daily Living; EQ: EuroQol.