Clinical and economic burden of colorectal and bariatric anastomotic leaks
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Clinical and economic burden of colorectal and bariatric anastomotic leaks Sang W. Lee1 · David Gregory2 · Christina L. Cool2 Received: 3 May 2019 / Accepted: 9 October 2019 © The Author(s) 2019
Abstract Background Anastomotic leaks cause a significant clinical and economic burden on patients undergoing bariatric and colorectal surgeries. Current literature shows a wide variation in incidence of anastomotic leaks and a significant gap in associated economic metrics. This analysis utilized claims data to quantify the full episode-of-care cost burden of leaks following colorectal and bariatric surgeries. Methods Medicare Fee-for-Service and commercial claims data from a large U.S.-based health plan were queried for cost and utilization of members that underwent bariatric and colorectal surgical procedures between January 1, 2013 and August 31, 2015. Outcomes were collected for members with anastomotic leaks versus those without leaks during the initial hospital stay (index) and within 30 days of the procedure. These outcomes included leak frequency, payer reimbursement, and length of stay (LOS). Results The colorectal Medicare analysis identified 239,350 patients undergoing colorectal surgery. For patients with a leak compared to those without, index admission costs were $30,670 greater ($48,982 vs. $18,312; p
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