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Evaluating Patients Undergoing Colorectal Surgery to Estimate and Minimize Morbidity and Mortality SURGICAL CLINICS OF NORTH AMERICA Hendren, S. K., Morris, A. M. 2013; 93 (1): 1-?

Abstract

This review discusses the preoperative evaluation of patients preparing for elective colorectal resection, touching on several specific categories of morbidity, including cardiac, pulmonary, hepatic, renal, and surgical site complications. For each of these, the evidence for practices that optimize patient function and minimize risk is reviewed. Finally, authors discuss how to counsel high-risk surgical patients, including those for whom elective surgery is not recommended.

View details for DOI 10.1016/j.suc.2012.09.005

View details for Web of Science ID 000313145800003

View details for PubMedID 23177062