Inequalities in access to and outcomes of cardiac surgery in England: retrospective analysis of Hospital Episode Statistics (2010-2019).

Florence Y LaiBen GibbisonAlicia O'CathainEnoch Akowuah John G F Cleland Gianni D AngeliniChristina KingGavin J MurphyMaria Pufulete

Published in: Heart (British Cardiac Society) (2024)

Female sex, black ethnicity and economic deprivation are independently associated with limited access to cardiac surgery and higher post-surgery mortality. Actions are required to address these inequalities.

Keyphrases

cardiac surgery
acute kidney injury
minimally invasive
coronary artery bypass
cardiovascular events
healthcare
risk factors
surgical site infection
emergency department
acute care
adverse drug
cardiovascular disease
coronary artery disease
metabolic syndrome
weight loss
atrial fibrillation
life cycle