Cost Analysis and Outcomes of Endoscopic, Minimal Access and Open Pancreatic Necrosectomy

Objectives: To assess both individual patient and institutional costs as well as outcomes in patients with pancreatic necrosis who underwent either endoscopic, minimal access or open pancreatic necrosectomy. These data can be used to evaluate clinical effectiveness with a view to informing local healthcare providers. Background: Intervention for infected pancreatic necrosis is associated with a high morbidity, mortality, and long hospital stays....