Evaluation of readmissions following elective colorectal surgery: a quality improvement initiative.

ABSTRACT:

Problem

Hospital readmissions following elective colorectal resections remain a persistent challenge, affecting recovery, hospital efficiency and overall quality of surgical care. Readmissions increase morbidity, healthcare costs and may delay ongoing cancer treatment. Within our institution, the colorectal surgical team noted a rise in unplanned readmissions after discharge, prompting structured evaluation.

Background

Colorectal resections form a major component of elective surgical activity at our centre. During early 2024, local Model Health System dashboards showed readmission rates above regional medians for both colonic and rectal resections. These findings, together with governance discussions about potentially preventable readmissions, led to a quality improvement pr

SUBMITTER: Singla L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12730816 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature