Publications by authors named "William A Sweet"
Article Synopsis
- Bariatric surgery has shown long-term quality improvements, but malpractice claims provide insights into areas needing enhancement.
- A study analyzed closed malpractice claims from a national registry involving 175 cases between 2006-2014, focusing on causes and potential preventability of complications.
- Key issues leading to claims included mortality and leaks, with identified areas for improvement being better diagnosis, timely treatment, postoperative care, and communication.
Background: Laparoscopic bariatric surgery has experienced a rapid expansion of interest over the past 5 years, with a 470% increase. This rapid expansion has markedly increased overall cost, reducing surgical access. Many surgeons believe that the traditional open approach is a cheaper, safer, equally effective alternative.
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