Recovery after laparotomy treatment can often be divided into four phases, namely the awakening monitoring phase, intestinal function recovery phase, hospitalization phase, and postoperative treatment follow-up phase. The awakening and monitoring period The awakening and monitoring period is the period from the completion of surgery until the patient is fully awakened and the vital function signs are stable. Most of the patients have to spend time in the wake-up care unit because their respiratory and circulatory functions are not yet perfect and they still need to rely on auxiliary devices to maintain their vital functions. Bowel function recovery period The bowel function recovery period refers to the period when the patient returns to the ward after surgery until the bowel returns to normal function and has normal bowel evacuation and defecation. Because GIST surgery often involves removal of the GI tract and re-establishment of GI continuity. Therefore, the postoperative bowel recovery period will last for a long time, usually 2-4 days. During the intestinal recovery period, patients are generally not yet able to eat and require intravenous nutrition and hydration. Proper movement of the patient in and out of bed will facilitate the recovery of bowel function. Appropriate early intake of a liquid diet may also aid in the recovery of bowel function. Hospitalization Recovery The hospitalization recovery period is the period between the recovery of intestinal function and discharge from the hospital. The length of this period varies. During this period, the patient’s intestinal function is restored, so the amount of diet is gradually increased and intravenous medication is reduced and stopped until the doctor considers the patient has recovered and can be discharged. Postoperative treatment follow-up period The postoperative treatment follow-up period refers to the time required for different treatments and follow-ups after the patient is discharged from the hospital according to his condition.