Special features of protocol of enhanced recovery after surgery in colorectal patients

In a review article describes general positions and the scientific justification of using of protocol of enhanced recovery after surgery in patients who underwent resection of the colon. Also discussed in detail different views and results of randomised studies of using this protocol and all of the most "controversial" elements such as mechanical preparation of the bowel, abdominal drainage, the principles of controlled infusion therapy, and others. All findings allow us to evaluate the result of using of this protocol in colorectal patients.