Clinical prediction model to identify vulnerable patients in ambulatory surgery: towards optimal medical decision-making

ConclusionThis study identified a substantial group of vulnerable patients in ambulatory surgery. The proposed clinical prediction model could allow healthcare professionals the opportunity to identify vulnerable patients in ambulatory surgery, although additional modification and validation are needed. (ClinicalTrials.gov number, NCT01441843).

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Source: Canadian Journal of Anesthesia - August 5, 2016 Category: Anesthesiology Source Type: research