China Oncology ›› 2015, Vol. 25 ›› Issue (11): 895-899.doi: 10.3969/j.issn.1007-3969.2015.11.009

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Development and challenge in the fast-track surgery for colorectal cancer

KONG Xiangxing, DING Kefeng   

  1. Department of Surgical Oncology, the Second Affiliated Hospital, School of Medicine, Zhejiang University, Hangzhou 310009, Zhejiang, China
  • Online:2015-11-30 Published:2016-02-01
  • Contact: DING Kefeng E-mail: dingkefeng@126.com

Abstract: Since the concept of fast-track was raised in 2001, it has been widely used in the surgical treatment for colorectal cancer. Several studies showed that patients receiving fast-track surgery gained enhanced recovery, shorter hospital stays and less cost. The British NICE guideline also strongly recommends the use of fast-track surgery in colorectal cancer patients. The present review would discuss the concept, development, advantage, impact on the recovery of elderly patients and the cost effectiveness of fast-track surgery over the past 10 years.

Key words: Colorectal cancer, Fast-track surgery, Development and challenge