Alvimopan Significantly Reduces Length of Stay and Costs Following Colorectal Resection and Ostomy Reversal Even Within an Enhanced Recovery Protocol

BACKGROUND:Alvimopan accelerates GI recovery after colorectal resection. Data on real-world cost-effectiveness have been mixed.OBJECTIVE:This study aimed to evaluate if adding alvimopan to an enhanced recovery pathway reduces length of stay.DESIGN:Patients undergoing colorectal resection or ostomy r