The timing of drain removal in parotidectomies: outcomes of removal at 4 h post-operatively and a Canadian survey of practice patterns.

Alice Q LiuOleksandr ButskiyVeronique Wan Fook CheungDonald W Anderson

Published in: Journal of otolaryngology - head & neck surgery = Le Journal d'oto-rhino-laryngologie et de chirurgie cervico-faciale (2023)

There was no difference in hematoma or seroma rates for patients with parotid drains removed on POD 0 versus POD ≥ 1. Our national survey found significant variation in Canadian parotidectomy drain removal practices, which may be an area that can be further assessed to minimize hospital resources and improve patient care.

Keyphrases

healthcare
primary care
cross sectional
emergency department
metabolic syndrome
skeletal muscle
glycemic control