Predictive value of inflammatory markers for postoperative recovery following colorectal surgery

Background Using biological markers to predict serious complications and global postoperative recovery, to ensure safe and timely patient discharge after elective colorectal surgery represents a major challenge. The aim of this study was to demonstrate that C-reactive protein levels 2 on the visual analog scale, intestinal gas transit, and patient autonomy for mobility and body care. Results One hundred sixty-height patients, with a mean age of 65 years old, were analyzed. Ninety patients (53%) underwent right colectomy and 131 (77%) were operated on by laparoscopy. Severe postoperative complications were observed in 11 patients (6%). One hundred twenty patients (71%) recovered within 5 days. C-reactive protein levels