A351 Post-operative Hemorrhage after Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy: A Quality Improvement Project

Post-operative hemorrhage impacts patient morbidity, mortality, and utilization of resources. Predicted rate of post-operative hemorrhage after sleeve gastrectomy is 2-5% with an expected re-operative rate of 1-3%. Most hospitals consider these events avoidable and have implemented strategies to improve outcomes. Aim: To examine sleeve gastrectomy patients with acute post-operative anemia resulting from hemorrhage.
Source: Surgery for Obesity and Related Diseases - Category: Surgery Authors: Source Type: research