Comprehensive Rehabilitation Nursing Strategies for Managing Gastroparesis After Pancreaticoduodenectomy

Gastroparesis following pancreaticoduodenectomy presents significant challenges characterized by delayed gastric emptying and associated symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, and abdominal discomfort. The etiology of this condition involves complex mechanisms including gastrointestinal nerve plexus injury, hormonal imbalances, and postoperative inflammatory responses. Rehabilitation nursing is crucial for managing gastroparesis, focusing on personalized care plans to enhance gastric function recovery and improve patient quality of life. Recent advancements in rehabilitation nursing underscore the importance of preoperative education, environmental care, psychological support, nutritional strategies, and novel pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions. This comprehensive review synthesizes the latest research findings and provides evidence-based recommendations for clinical practice in the rehabilitation of patients with gastroparesis post-pancreaticoduodenectomy.