Why the study?
Complications are highly prevalent following colonic resection surgery, highlighting the need to understand their association with hospital costs.
Are postoperative complications associated with increased hospital costs following colonic resection surgery?
Are postoperative complications associated with increased hospital costs following colonic resection surgery?
Postoperative complications, even minor ones, significantly increase hospital costs following colonic resection surgery.
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There is a high prevalence of complications following colonic resection surgery. Postoperative complications, including minor complications (Clavien-Dindo Grade I-II), were associated with a significant increase in hospital costs and are a key target for cost containment strategies.
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Highlights economic burden of complications after colonic resection; leaves open whether prevention strategies improve cost-effectiveness.
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Louis et al. (2020) studied this question.
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