Error Traps in Developing a Pediatric Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) Program.

Creator(s)

Christian M. Taylor, Children's Mercy HospitalFollow
Emily Weisberg, Children's Mercy Kansas CityFollow
Nichole M. Doyle, Children's Mercy HospitalFollow
Todd A. Glenski, Children's Mercy HospitalFollow

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

3-2025

Identifier

DOI: 10.1111/pan.15042

Abstract

Enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) pathways have been shown to improve patient outcomes, increase patient satisfaction, and decrease costs. First created and implemented in the adult population, these pathways are now commonplace and continue to expand in the pediatric realm. While there are many proven benefits to ERAS pathways, there continue to be challenges to their proper implementation and long-term success. This article aims to explore common challenges in pediatric ERAS development and implementation, along with strategies to avoid potential pitfalls. Key themes include departmental and institutional support, stakeholder engagement, awareness of pathways, data management and dissemination, and long-term maintenance including Plan-Do-Study-Act (PDSA) cycles. Pathway development teams should be aware of these considerations and potential pitfalls, and focusing on them can promote long-term success for a well-designed pathway.

Journal Title

Paediatric anaesthesia

Volume

35

Issue

3

First Page

199

Last Page

206

MeSH Keywords

Humans; Enhanced Recovery After Surgery; Child; Pediatrics

PubMed ID

39579001

Keywords

enhanced recovery after surgery; multidisciplinary collaboration; pediatric anesthesia; quality improvement

Recommended Citation

Taylor CM, Weisberg EL, Doyle NM, Glenski TA. Error Traps in Developing a Pediatric Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) Program. Paediatr Anaesth. 2025;35(3):199-206. doi:10.1111/pan.15042