Postacute Care and Recovery After Cancer Surgery: Still a Long Way to Go

Postacute Care and Recovery After Cancer Surgery: Still a Long Way to Go

To determine whether postacute care (PAC) facilities can compensate for increased mortality stemming from a complicated postoperative recovery (complications or deconditioning). An increasing number of patients having cancer surgery rely on PAC facilities including skilled nursing and rehabilitation centers to help them recover from postoperative complications and the physical demands of surgery. It is currently unclear whether PAC can successfully compensate for the adverse consequences of a complicated postoperative recovery. Access Full Article.

Patient experience with discharge instructions in post-discharge recovery: a qualitative study

Patient experience with discharge instructions in post-discharge recovery: a qualitative study

We examined the role of discharge instructions in postoperative recovery for patients undergoing colorectal surgery and report themes related to patient perceptions of discharge instructions and post-discharge experience. Semi-structured interviews were conducted as part of a formative evaluation of a Project Re-Engineered Discharge intervention adapted for surgical patients. Access Full Article.

Mixed-Methods Analysis of Factors Impacting Use of a Postoperative mHealth App

Mixed-Methods Analysis of Factors Impacting Use of a Postoperative mHealth App

Limited communication and care coordination following discharge from hospitals may contribute to surgical complications. Smartphone apps offer a novel mechanism for communication and care coordination. However, factors which may affect patient app use in a postoperative, at-home setting are poorly understood.

The objectives of this study were to (1) gauge interest in smartphone app use among patients after colorectal surgery and (2) better understand factors affecting patient app use in a postoperative, at-home setting. Access Full Article.

Ventral Hernia Management: Expert Consensus Guided by Systematic Review

Ventral Hernia Management: Expert Consensus Guided by Systematic Review

To achieve consensus on the best practices in the management of ventral hernias (VH). Management patterns for VH are heterogeneous, often with little supporting evidence or correlation with existing evidence. A systematic review identified the highest level of evidence available for each topic. A panel of expert hernia-surgeons was assembled. Email questionnaires, evidence review, panel discussion, and iterative voting was performed. Consensus was when all experts agreed on a management strategy. Access Full Article.

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