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Publication Date
6-2026
Disclaimer
These guidelines do not establish a standard of care to be followed in every case. It is recognized that each case is different and those individuals involved in providing health care are expected to use their judgment in determining what is in the best interests of the patient based on the circumstances existing at the time. It is impossible to anticipate all possible situations that may exist and to prepare guidelines for each. Accordingly, these guidelines should guide care with the understanding that departures from them may be required at times.
Objective of the Clinical Pathway
The Free Flap ERAS Pathway aims to reduce care variation and improve outcomes by accelerating recovery, minimizing opioid use, and promoting early mobilization. This is achieved through standardized preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative practices using a multimodal perioperative approach.
Target Users
Physicians (Anesthesiologists, Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeons, fellows, and residents); Advanced Practice Nurses (Anesthesiology and Orthopedic Surgery); Staff nurses; Dietitians
Disciplines
Pediatrics
Recommended Citation
Children's Mercy Kansas City, "Free Flap ERAS" (2026). Clinical Pathways.
https://scholarlyexchange.childrensmercy.org/clinical_pathways/59
Comments
Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) pathways promote an evidence-based, multidisciplinary approach to patient care that facilitates faster recovery from surgery, reduces hospital length of stay, and minimizes post-operative complications. From scheduling through discharge, all phases of perioperative care are incorporated into ERAS pathways.