Complication Management in Outpatient Spine Surgery

Publication date: Available online 12 June 2018

Source: Seminars in Spine Surgery

Author(s): Brittany E. Haws, Benjamin Khechen, Jordan A. Guntin, Kaitlyn L. Cardinal, Kern Singh

Abstract

This paper aims to examine essential topics regarding outpatient surgery centers and complication management that should be considered when performing surgery at these facilities. In recent years, outpatient surgery centers have become increasingly utilities due to the reduced associated healthcare costs and overall patient satisfaction. However, with advancements in the type of surgeries that can be performed at these centers, more steps need to be taken to ensure the assessment and management of complications is adequate. Surgeons should consider the possible risks for complications and create protocols in the event of a complication specifically designed for an outpatient surgery center.

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