Impact of accreditation in bariatric surgery

Volume: 10, Issue: 5, Pages: 767 - 773
Published: Sep 1, 2014
Abstract
Background: Several studies have shown improved outcomes associated with accredited bariatric centers. The aim of our study was to examine the outcomes of bariatric surgery performed at accredited versus nonaccredited centers using a nationally representative database. Additionally, we aimed to determine if the presence of bariatric surgery accreditation could lead to improved outcomes for morbidly obese patients undergoing other general...
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Title
Impact of accreditation in bariatric surgery
Published Date
Sep 1, 2014
Volume
10
Issue
5
Pages
767 - 773
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