Pragmatic Sleep Protocol Yields No Increase in Postoperative Sleep Time in Surgical Oncology Patients

Researchers conducted a randomized controlled trial to evaluate the effects of a sleep protocol on postoperative sleep time in surgical oncology patients. The study included 101 patients undergoing major oncologic surgery, with half receiving the sleep protocol and half receiving standard care. Results showed no significant difference in postoperative sleep time between the two groups. Major complication rates were also similar. The study suggests that implementing a more humane sleep protocol for postoperative inpatients should be considered.