Brief Prehabilitation Reduced Complications Prior to Gastrectomy

Researchers evaluate a supervised, home-based program combining exercise, nutrition, and psychological support before surgery

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A supervised prehabilitation program reduced 30-day postoperative complications in frail older patients undergoing radical gastrectomy.
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Patients receiving prehabilitation had lower rates of minor and medical complications compared to those receiving standard care.
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The prehabilitation group experienced improved postoperative recovery, including shorter ICU stays and hospital durations.
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Functional capacity and biomarkers improved in the prehabilitation group, with significant increases in walking distance and reduced inflammation.
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The prehabilitation intervention included exercise, nutritional support, and psychosocial care, achieving 94% compliance without adverse events.

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