Early follow up after cardiac surgery and interventions

A/Professor Kaushalendra Rathore, Cardiothoracic Surgeon, Nedlands

Post cardiac surgery readmissions are a significant issue, typically ranging from 10-15%.

Various studies and national data suggest a substantial number of readmissions occurred at a hospital different to the operating hospital and non-referring GP clinics.

This eventually leads to a notable rise in morbidity and mortality risk after cardiac surgery....

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