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Key Points Question Is there between-hospital variation in quality metrics for patients undergoing cancer surgery in California? Findings In this cohort study of 138 799 patients from 351 California hospitals, substantial… Click to show full abstract
Key Points Question Is there between-hospital variation in quality metrics for patients undergoing cancer surgery in California? Findings In this cohort study of 138 799 patients from 351 California hospitals, substantial between-hospital variation was found in in-hospital mortality, 90-day readmission, and 90-day mortality after cancer surgical procedures. Meaning Recognizing the multifaceted nature of hospital performance through consideration of mortality and readmission simultaneously may help to prioritize strategies for improving surgical outcomes.
Journal Title: JAMA Network Open
Year Published: 2018
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