A 6-week multimodal prehabilitation program significantly slashed postoperative morbidity in patients with sarcopenia undergoing major hepatectomy. The prehabilitation group experienced a mere 13.3% complication rate compared to 50% in the standard care arm, translating to a 36.7% absolute risk reduction. All major complications occurred in the control group. Beyond lowering complications, the program also enhanced muscle mass and strength, underscoring the potential of exercise and nutrition in preoperative care.
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