Readmission after Major Pancreatic Resection: A Necessary Evil?

Background Hospital readmission is under increased scrutiny as a quality metric for surgical performance, yet its relevance after elective, high-acuity operations is poorly understood. We sought to define the clinical nature and economic impact of readmission after major pancreatic resection. Study Design From 2001 to 2009, 578 pancreatic resections followed standardized perioperative care. Clinical and economic outcomes were evaluated and...