Introduction of an enhanced recovery protocol into a laparoscopic living donor nephrectomy programme

Author:

Brown T1,Magill F1,Beckett N1,Kanabar S1,Monserez J1,McDaid J1,Veitch P1,Magowan H1,Kerr K1,Courtney AE1

Affiliation:

1. Belfast City Hospital, Belfast, UK

Abstract

Introduction Living-donor renal transplantation is the optimal treatment for patients with end-stage renal disease. The rate of living donation in the UK is sub-optimal, and potential donor concerns regarding postoperative recovery may be contributory. Enhanced recovery programmes are well described for a number of surgical procedures, but experience in living-donor surgery is sparse. This study reports the impact of introducing an enhanced recovery protocol into a living-donor renal transplant programme. Materials and methods All consecutive patients undergoing laparoscopic living-donor nephrectomy over a 25-month period were included. The principles of enhanced recovery were fluid restriction, morphine sparing and expectation management. Outcome measures were postoperative pain scores and complications for donor and recipients. Results Standard care was provided for 24 (30%) patients and 57 (70%) followed an enhanced recovery pathway. The latter group received significantly less preoperative intravenous fluid (0ml vs 841ml p < 000.1) and opiate medication (14.83mg vs 23.85mg p = 0.001). Pain scores, postoperative complications and recipient transplant outcomes were comparable in both groups. Conclusions Enhanced recovery for living-donor nephrectomy is a safe approach for donors and recipients. Application of these techniques and further refinement should be pursued to enhance the experience of living donors.

Publisher

Royal College of Surgeons of England

Subject

General Medicine,Surgery

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