The Journal of thoracic and cardiovascular surgery
-
J. Thorac. Cardiovasc. Surg. · Feb 2024
Unplanned readmissions, community socioeconomic factors, and their effects on long-term survival after complex thoracic aortic surgery.
We evaluated community socioeconomic factors in patients who had unplanned readmission after undergoing proximal aortic surgery (ascending aorta, aortic root, or arch). ⋯ Among readmitted patients, Black patients and patients who had emergency surgery had less favorable community socioeconomic factors and poorer long-term survival. Earlier and more frequent follow-up in these patients should be considered. Developing off-campus clinics and specific postdischarge measures targeting these patients is important.
-
J. Thorac. Cardiovasc. Surg. · Feb 2024
Editorial CommentCommentary: Aortic Uncrossing: First Time's a Charm?