Examining 1998-2019 data, this study unveils a potential surplus in the supply of hepatopancreatobiliary (HPB) surgeons in the US. In 2019, 37,335 inpatient HPB procedures occurred, with an estimated 905-1191 practicing HPB surgeons. Factoring in centralization and volume-outcome benchmarks, the study projects a possible oversupply by 2030. Without adjustments, the data suggests a risk of insufficient case volume per HPB surgeon, challenging the maintenance of optimal volume-outcome standards in the near future.
Journal Article by Rengers T, Ubl D (…) Warner SG et 3 al. in HPB (Oxford)
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