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Erschienen in: World Journal of Surgery 10/2005

01.10.2005

Outcomes in Oncologic Surgery: Does Volume Make a Difference?

verfasst von: David J. Bentrem, M.D., Murray F. Brennan, M.D.

Erschienen in: World Journal of Surgery | Ausgabe 10/2005

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Abstract

Commonly performed elective surgical procedures on the alimentary tract are carried out with low morbidity and low mortality in most hospitals in the United States. There are some procedures on the alimentary tract that are performed with a relatively low frequency and are associated with higher mortality. Volume is a surrogate marker associated with improved outcome, with relative differences being dependent on the complexity of the procedure and the frequency with which it is done. Both surgeon and institutional volume matters, but it seems that improved operative mortality can be reached with lower surgeon volume in high-volume institutions. It appears that volume can be substituted in part for by specialization and training, with improved outcomes based on specialist credentials and fellowship training.
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Metadaten
Titel
Outcomes in Oncologic Surgery: Does Volume Make a Difference?
verfasst von
David J. Bentrem, M.D.
Murray F. Brennan, M.D.
Publikationsdatum
01.10.2005
Erschienen in
World Journal of Surgery / Ausgabe 10/2005
Print ISSN: 0364-2313
Elektronische ISSN: 1432-2323
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00268-005-7991-x

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