Perioperative pathway significantly reduces complications in emergency laparotomy patients

The implementation of the Emergency Laparotomy Audit (EMLA) perioperative care bundle resulted in notable improvements in patient outcomes for emergency laparotomy procedures. Surgical complications decreased from 34.8% to 20.6%. The study encompassed a cohort of 429 patients, divided into pre- and post-intervention groups, assessing length of stay, hospitalization costs, and adherence to protocols. The findings emphasize the potential benefits of structured interventions in reducing morbidity and enhancing recovery in high-risk surgical patients.