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Variable life adjusted display methodology for continuous performance monitoring of carotid endarterectomy.
Conclusions Performance of carotid endarterectomy can be continuously assessed using VLAD methodology for units and individual surgeons. Early identification and correction of performance variation could facilitate improved quality of care. PMID: 29046083 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England - October 19, 2017 Category: Surgery Authors: Kuhan G, McCollum DP, Renwick PM, Chetter IC, McCollum PT Tags: Ann R Coll Surg Engl Source Type: research

The effects of centralisation of vascular surgical services in the Bath, Bristol and Weston area on the carotid endarterectomy pathway.
Conclusion Centralisation has not significantly impacted the overall efficiency of the carotid endarterectomy pathway. This study highlights areas where improvement across the vascular network is required. This includes addressing the 35% patients that are not currently meeting the 14-day target and standardising the provision of care to outlying communities. Further follow-up is required to assess the longer term effects of centralisation. PMID: 28682128 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England - July 6, 2017 Category: Surgery Authors: Partridge E, Brooks M, Curd C, Davis V, Oates C, McGeeney D Tags: Ann R Coll Surg Engl Source Type: research

Haematomas after carotid endarterectomy can be reduced by direct pressure to the neck postoperatively.
Conclusion During recovery from CEA, focused and prolonged pressure by the operating surgeon is a highly effective method of reducing haematoma. PMID: 29909667 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]
Source: Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England - June 18, 2018 Category: Surgery Authors: Saghir R, Humm G, Rix T Tags: Ann R Coll Surg Engl Source Type: research