Association of same-day discharge with hospital readmission after pediatric thyroidectomy

ConclusionSame-day discharge in pediatric patients undergoing thyroidectomy is not associated with an increase in 30-day readmissions or wound complications when compared to patients discharged 1 or 2  days after surgery. In selected patients, SDD may be an appropriate alternative to traditional overnight stay.
Source: Pediatric Surgery International - Category: Surgery Source Type: research