Utilization and quality outcomes of cT1a, cT1b and cT2a partial nephrectomy: analysis of the national cancer database.
Katherine E FeroZachary A HamiltonAhmet BindayiJames D MurphyIthaar H DerweeshPublished in: BJU international (2017)
The use of PN has increased significantly over time for all clinical stage groups. PSM rates increased, while 30-day readmission rates decreased. The PSM rate increase was driven by increasing use of minimally invasive approaches, and not by higher clinical stage. The 30-day readmission rate was driven by patient comorbidities and socio-economic factors. Rising PSM rates represent a quality-of-care concern.