Outcomes Following Major Oncologic Operations for Non-AIDS-Defining Cancers in the HIV Population: A Matched Comparison to the General Population

ConclusionsOur findings are hypothesis generating and highlight the potential safety of major cancer surgery in the HIV population. However, care providers need be cognizant of the potential increased risk of post-operative complications following pulmonary lobectomy and the potential for increased length of stay. These findings are an initial insight into quality of care and outcomes metrics on HIV patients undergoing major cancer operations.
Source: World Journal of Surgery - Category: Surgery Source Type: research