Research Journal of Medical Sciences
ISSN: Online 1993-6095ISSN: Print 1815-9346
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The influence of preoperative nutritional status on postoperative outcomes in general surgery is a critical but underexplored area. This study aims to evaluate the association between preoperative nutritional status and postoperative recovery metrics. In this observational study, 100 patients undergoing general surgery were assessed. Preoperative nutritional status was evaluated using body mass index (BMI), serum albumin levels and weight loss percentage. Postoperative outcomes, including complication rates, length of hospital stay and 30‐day readmission rates, were recorded. Statistical analysis was conducted using logistic regression to establish associations between nutritional status and postoperative outcomes. The study population comprised 52% females and 48% males, with a median age of 52 years. BMI categorization showed 10% underweight, 40% normal weight, 30% overweight and 20% obese patients. 70% had normal serum albumin levels and 20% experienced significant preoperative weight loss. Patients with compromised nutritional status exhibited a higher complication rate (45% vs. 15%), longer hospital stays (mean 8 days vs. 5 days), and higher readmission rates (20% vs. 5%). Logistic regression analysis revealed that compromised nutritional status significantly increased the odds of postoperative complications (odds ratio: 4.2), length of hospital stay (regression coefficient: 3.1) and readmission (odds ratio: 3.8). Compromised preoperative nutritional status is significantly associated with adverse postoperative outcomes in general surgery patients. These findings highlight the importance of nutritional assessment and optimization in preoperative care to improve surgical recovery.
How to cite this article:
A. Nagaraju, Bangi Sunil Kumar, P. Jaganmohan Goud and Aditya Gundu. The Role of Preoperative Nutritional Status in Postoperative Recovery: An Observational Study in General Surgery Patients.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.36478/10.59218/makrjms.2023.7.1140.1144
URL: https://www.makhillpublications.co/view-article/1815-9346/10.59218/makrjms.2023.7.1140.1144