Analyzing over 600,000 cases at Veterans Affairs teaching hospitals, this study delves into resident operative autonomy, revealing distinct patient and case differences. In cases where residents operate independently, patients were younger, had lower comorbidities, and underwent less complex procedures. Notably, core general surgery cases dominated, indicating attending judgment in allowing autonomy. However, despite some patients being sicker, the study emphasizes that increased complexity alone shouldn’t preclude resident involvement in these cases.
Journal Article by Tsui GO, Kunac A (…) Anjaria DJ et 2 al. in J Surg Res
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