Cohort analysis shows hypoalbuminemia raises postoperative complications in spinal surgery, implying need for nutritional optimization.
Preoperative hypoalbuminemia is associated with higher rates of 30-day readmission, non-home discharge, and postoperative complications, as well as longer LOS after elective open lumbar laminectomy. These data indicate the importance of preoperative nutritional optimization even in shorter, more routine spinal surgery.
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