Postoperative Bariatric Care and Enhanced Recovery Pathways

Postoperative care of bariatric patients hosts a unique set of challenges as it involves patients with significant obesity-related comorbidities. The adoption of an evidence-based standardized postoperative care plan such as enhanced recovery after surgery (ERAS) by a skilled multidisciplinary team can help ensure consistent care and reduce postoperative complication rates for these patients. This chapter summarizes the latest data on ERAS after bariatric surgery and other postoperative considerations.