Readmission.
Unplanned return to the hospital within 30 days of discharge after cardiac surgery. Common reasons include infection, arrhythmia, fluid retention, and pleural effusions. Reducing readmissions is a major focus of quality improvement programs.
Definition
What is readmission?
Unplanned return to the hospital within 30 days of discharge after cardiac surgery. Common reasons include infection, arrhythmia, fluid retention, and pleural effusions. Reducing readmissions is a major focus of quality improvement programs.
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