Publication Name	World Journal of Gastrointestinal Surgery
Manuscript ID	114683
Country	China

Category	Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Manuscript Type	Randomized Controlled Trial
Article Title	Development of an early mobilization protocol for patients following hepatectomy and its effect on rehabilitation outcomes
Manuscript Source	Unsolicited Manuscript
All Author List	Yi-Ming Xing, Li-Qun Zhang, Min-Xia Wei, Yi-Qing Shen and Ling-Ling Luan
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Corresponding Author	Ling-Ling Luan, Associate Chief Nurse, Department of General Surgery, The First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, No. 899 Pinghai Road, Suzhou 215006, Jiangsu Province, China. 13063817375@163.com
Key Words	Hepatectomy; Early mobilization; Quality of rehabilitation; Complications; Nursing satisfaction
Core Tip	An early postoperative activity program for hepatectomy patients significantly enhances recovery by accelerating ambulation, gastrointestinal function, and hospital discharge. It reduces pain, inflammatory and stress responses, and postoperative complications, while improving functional capacity, quality of life, and nursing satisfaction. This evidence-based program provides a practical and effective strategy for the perioperative care of hepatectomy patients.
Citation	Xing YM, Zhang LQ, Wei MX, Shen YQ, Luan LL. Development of an early mobilization protocol for patients following hepatectomy and its effect on rehabilitation outcomes. World J Gastrointest Surg 2026; In press

Received	2025-10-28 08:58
Peer-Review Started	2025-10-28 08:58
First Decision by Editorial Office Director	2025-11-18 02:29
Return for Revision	2025-11-18 02:29
Revised	2025-11-29 15:09
Publication Fee Transferred
Second Decision by Editor	2026-01-12 02:45
Second Decision by Editor-in-Chief
Final Decision by Editorial Office Director	2026-01-12 07:07
Articles in Press	2026-01-12 07:07
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