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French nationwide study evaluated 61,169 high-risk digestive cancer surgeries. Postoperative mortality rates varied across types, with liver and pancreas surgeries showing benefits from the new criteria. Higher volume thresholds could further decrease mortality risks. Centralization policies and improved clinical pathways may enhance patient access to complex care in France.
Journal Article by Thereaux J, Badic B (…) Metges JP et 5 al. in Ann Surg Oncol
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