This study evaluates the implementation of Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) protocols during emergency laparotomy procedures in a resource-limited hospital in Sudan. ERAS protocols are evidence-based guidelines designed to improve patient outcomes by reducing surgical stress and optimizing care across preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative phases. The audit will included adult patients and assessed adherence to ERAS society criteria tailored to local constraints. Data were collected through direct observations. A quality improvement and intervention was implemented, involving live demonstrations, instructional videos, and illustrated manuals to enhance staff understanding and compliance with the protocols. By addressing gaps in protocol adherence and overcoming barriers such as resource limitations and knowledge gaps, the study highlights the feasibility of adapting ERAS protocols to emergency settings in low-resource environments, aiming to improve surgical care and patient outcomes.
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The percentage of compliance with ERAS protocol criteria across preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative phases.
Timeframe: From enrollment to 30 days post-intervention for each phase (pre-intervention and post-intervention phases)