Risk factors for unplanned 31-day readmission after surgery for colorectal cancer patients: a meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The high incidence of unplanned readmissions within 31 days after colorectal cancer surgery remains a significant challenge. However, the identified risk factors for these readmissions are inconsistent across the literature. This study aims to perform a comprehensive meta-analysis to estimate the incidence of unplanned readmissions and systematically identify the factors associated with this risk, providing robust evidence for targeted interventions to reduce readmission rates.

Methods

This study was conducted in accordance with the PRISMA guidelines. All study steps, including study selection, data extraction, and quality assessment, were independently performed by two authors, with any disagreements resolved through consultation with a third author. A comprehens

SUBMITTER: Qu N 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12016383 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature