Why the study?
Do preoperative depression and anxiety impact surgical outcomes in female patients undergoing major surgery?
Do preoperative depression and anxiety impact surgical outcomes in female patients undergoing major surgery?
Preoperative depression and anxiety are associated with worse surgical outcomes in women undergoing major surgery.
May warrant preoperative mental health evaluation in women; leaves open whether intervention improves outcomes.
Preoperative depression and anxiety negatively impact surgical outcomes in female patients undergoing major surgery.
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