Multimodal Preoperative Education Cuts Hospital Stay and Pain

Multimodal preoperative educational interventions, including human-contact, written, and digital formats, enhance surgical outcomes by reducing hospital stays and analgesic use. Analysis of 40 studies with over 4,100 patients revealed significant drops in length of stay and postoperative pain. Notably, in-person education decreased hospitalization by over one day. Written and hybrid approaches effectively reduced pain management needs, while digital formats improved patient satisfaction and knowledge. These findings underline the importance of tailored educational strategies in surgical settings.