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DeAngelis EJ, Zebley JA, Ileka IS, Ganguli S, Panahi A, Amdur RL, Vaziri K, Lee J, Jackson HT. Trends in utilization of laparoscopic colectomy according to race: an analysis of the NIS database. Surg Endosc 2023; 37:1421-1428. [PMID: 35731300 DOI: 10.1007/s00464-022-09381-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/20/2022] [Accepted: 06/05/2022] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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BACKGROUND Laparoscopic colectomy has been associated with improved recovery and decreased complications when compared to an open approach. Consequently, the rates of laparoscopic colectomy have increased. Race has been identified as a factor that influences a patient's likelihood of undergoing laparoscopic colectomy. Therefore, the purpose of this study is to analyze the rates of laparoscopic colectomy stratified by race over time. METHODS Patients were selected using procedure codes for colectomy within the National Inpatient Sample (NIS) database from 2009 to 2018. The primary independent variable was race (Black, BL; Hispanic, HI; White, WH), and the primary outcome was surgical approach (laparoscopic vs open). Covariates included age, sex, case complexity, insurance status, income, year of surgery, urbanicity, region, bedsize, and teaching status. We examined the univariable association of race with laparoscopic vs open colectomy with chi-square. We used multivariable logistic regression to examine the association of race with procedure type adjusting for covariates. All analyses were done using SAS (version 9.4, Cary, NC) with p < .05 considered significant. RESULTS 267,865 patients (25,000 BL, 19,685 HI, and 223,180 WH) were identified. Laparoscopy was used in 47% of cases, and this varied significantly by race (BL 44%, HI 49%, WH 47%, p < .0001). After adjusting for covariates, Black patients had significantly lower adjusted odds of undergoing laparoscopic colectomy vs White patients (aOR 0.92, p < 0.0001). Utilization of laparoscopy was similar in Hispanic compared to White patients (aOR 1.00, p = 0.9667). Racial disparity in the adjusted odds of undergoing laparoscopic colectomy was persistent over time. CONCLUSION Race was independently associated with the rate of laparoscopic colectomy, with Black patients less likely to receive laparoscopic surgery than White patients. This disparity persisted over a decade. Attention should be paid to increasing the rates of laparoscopic colectomy in under-represented populations in order to optimize surgical care and address racial disparities.
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- Erik J DeAngelis
- Department of Surgery, George Washington University, 2150 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Suite 6B, Washington, DC, 20037, USA.
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- Department of Surgery, George Washington University, 2150 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Suite 6B, Washington, DC, 20037, USA
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- Department of Surgery, George Washington University, 2150 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Suite 6B, Washington, DC, 20037, USA
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- Department of Surgery, George Washington University, 2150 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Suite 6B, Washington, DC, 20037, USA
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- Department of Surgery, George Washington University, 2150 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Suite 6B, Washington, DC, 20037, USA
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- Department of Surgery, George Washington University, 2150 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Suite 6B, Washington, DC, 20037, USA
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- Department of Surgery, George Washington University, 2150 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Suite 6B, Washington, DC, 20037, USA
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- Department of Surgery, George Washington University, 2150 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Suite 6B, Washington, DC, 20037, USA
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- Department of Surgery, George Washington University, 2150 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Suite 6B, Washington, DC, 20037, USA
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Logie K, Doumouras AG, Springer JE, Eskicioglu C, Hong D. Regional Variation in Laparoscopy Use for Elective Colon Cancer Treatment in Canada: The Importance of Fellowship Training Sites. Dis Colon Rectum 2021; 64:1232-1239. [PMID: 33960327 DOI: 10.1097/dcr.0000000000002034] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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BACKGROUND Over the last decade, use of laparoscopy for the treatment of colon cancer has been variable despite evidence of benefit, possibly reflecting surgeon expertise rather than other factors. OBJECTIVE The purpose of this study was to examine the spatial variation in the use of laparoscopy for colon cancer surgery and to determine what factors may influence use. DESIGN This was a population-based retrospective analysis from April 2008 to March 2015. SETTINGS All Canadian provinces (excluding Quebec) were included. PATIENTS The study included all patients ≥18 years of age undergoing elective colectomy for colon cancer. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES The primary outcome was laparoscopy use rates. Predictors of use included patient and disease characteristics, year of surgery, rurality, hospital and surgeon volumes, and distance from a colorectal fellowship training center. RESULTS A total of 34,725 patients were identified, and 42% underwent laparoscopic surgery. Significant spatial variations in laparoscopy use were identified, with 95% of high-use clusters located ≤100 km and 98% of low-use clusters located >100 km from a colorectal fellowship center. There were no high-use clusters located around large academic centers without colorectal fellowships. At the individual level, patients living within 25 km and 26 to 100 km of a fellowship center were 2.6 and 1.6 times more likely to undergo laparoscopic surgery compared with those >100 km away (95% CI, 2.47-2.79, p < 0.00; 95% CI, 1.53-1.71, p < 0.001). Surgeon and hospital volumes were associated with increased rates of laparoscopy use (p < 0.001). LIMITATIONS Data were obtained from an administrative database, and despite 85% to 95% published validity, they remain subject to misclassification, response, and measurement bias. CONCLUSIONS Significant spatial variations in the use of laparoscopy for colon cancer surgery exist. After adjusting for patient and system factors, proximity to a colorectal fellowship training center remained a strong predictor of laparoscopy use. There remain regional variations in colon cancer treatment, with discrepancies in the surgical care offered to Canadian patients based solely on location. See Video Abstract at http://links.lww.com/DCR/B595. VARIACIN REGIONAL EN EL USO DE LAPAROSCOPIA PARA EL TRATAMIENTO ELECTIVO DEL CNCER DE COLON EN CANAD LA IMPORTANCIA DE LOS SITIOS DE CAPACITACIN PARA RESIDENTES ANTECEDENTES:Durante la última década, la utilización de la laparoscopia para el tratamiento del cáncer de colon ha sido variable a pesar de la evidencia de beneficio; posiblemente reflejando la experiencia del cirujano, más que otros factores.OBJETIVO:Examinar la variación espacial en el uso de la laparoscopia para la cirugía del cáncer de colon y determinar qué factores pueden influir en la utilización.DISEÑO:Análisis retrospectivo poblacional de abril de 2008 a marzo de 2015.ENTORNO CLÍNICO:Todas las provincias canadienses (excepto Quebec).PACIENTES:Todos los pacientes> 18 años sometidos a colectomía electiva por cáncer de colon.PRINCIPALES MEDIDAS DE RESULTADO:El principal resultado fueron las tasas de utilización de laparoscopia. Los predictores de uso incluyeron las características del paciente y la enfermedad, el año de la cirugía, la ruralidad, los volúmenes de hospitales y cirujanos, y la distancia a un centro de formación de residentes colorectales.RESULTADOS:Se identificaron 34.725 pacientes, 42% fueron sometidos a cirugía laparoscópica. Se identificaron variaciones espaciales significativas en el uso de laparoscopia, con el 95% de los conglomerados de alto uso ubicados a <100 km y el 98% de los conglomerados de bajo uso ubicados a> 100 km, desde un centro de residencia colorectal. No había grupos de alto uso ubicados alrededor de grandes centros académicos sin residentes colorrectales. A nivel individual, los pacientes que vivían dentro de los 25 km y 26-100 km de un centro de residentes tenían 2,6 y 1,6 veces más probabilidades de someterse a una cirugía laparoscópica, respectivamente, en comparación con aquellos a> 100 km de distancia (95% CI 2,47-2,79, p <0,00; IC del 95% 1,53-1,71, p <0,001). Los volúmenes de cirujanos y hospitales se asociaron con mayores tasas de utilización de laparoscopia (p <0,001).LIMITACIONES:Los datos se obtuvieron de una base de datos administrativa y, a pesar de una validez publicada del 85-95%, siguen sujetos a errores de clasificación, respuesta y sesgo de medición.CONCLUSIONES:Existen variaciones espaciales significativas en el uso de la laparoscopia para la cirugía del cáncer de colon. Después de ajustar por factores del paciente y del sistema, la proximidad a un centro de formación de residentes colorectales siguió siendo un fuerte predictor del uso de laparoscopia. Sigue habiendo variaciones regionales en el tratamiento del cáncer de colon, con discrepancias en la atención quirúrgica ofrecida a los pacientes canadienses basadas únicamente en la ubicación. Consulte Video Resumen en http://links.lww.com/DCR/B595.
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- Kathleen Logie
- Department of Surgery, Division of General Surgery, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
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Spatial relationship between ambulatory surgery centers and colorectal cancer mortality within Pennsylvania, United States. Public Health 2020; 189:126-128. [PMID: 33221647 DOI: 10.1016/j.puhe.2020.09.018] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/31/2020] [Revised: 07/03/2020] [Accepted: 09/30/2020] [Indexed: 11/21/2022]
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OBJECTIVES The objective of this study was to evaluate the spatial relationship between colorectal cancer (CRC) mortality and ambulatory surgery center (ASC) density in Pennsylvania's 67 counties. STUDY DESIGN This was an ecological study. METHODS Age-adjusted CRC mortality rates were linked to ASC densities per 1,000 people. The data set was analyzed using global, local, and regional Moran's I, to test for randomness in CRC mortality and ASC density. RESULTS CRC mortality rates (median: 15.30 per 100,000 of the US 2000 standard million population) exhibited hot spots in rural Pennsylvania counties. ASC densities (median: 0.35 providers/km2 per 1,000 people) showed hot spots in urban southeastern Pennsylvania and cold spots in northern Pennsylvania. CONCLUSIONS CRC mortality rates tended to cluster in rural northern Pennsylvania counties; ASC density tended to cluster in urban southeastern counties, indicating a spatial disparity between needed and provided healthcare resources. There is a need for public health and health system changes to increase the availability of CRC services to rural communities.
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Springer JE, Doumouras AG, Eskicioglu C, Hong D. Regional Variation in the Utilization of Laparoscopy for the Treatment of Rectal Cancer: The Importance of Fellowship Training Sites. Ann Surg Oncol 2019; 27:2478-2486. [DOI: 10.1245/s10434-019-08115-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/15/2019] [Indexed: 01/22/2023]
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OBJECTIVE To explore geographic variations in Irish laparoscopic and open appendectomy procedures. DESIGN Analysis based on 2014-2017 administrative hospital data from public hospitals. SETTING Counties of Ireland. PARTICIPANTS Irish residents with hospital admissions for an appendectomy as the principal procedure. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES Age and gender standardised laparoscopic and open appendectomy rates for 26 counties. Geographic variation measured with the extremal quotient (EQ), coefficient of variation (CV) and the systematic component of variation (SCV). RESULTS 23 684 appendectomies were included. 77.6% (n= 18,387) were performed laparoscopically. An EQ of 8.3 for laparoscopy and 10.0 for open appendectomy was determined. A high CV was demonstrated with a value of 36.7 and 80.8 for laparoscopic and open appendectomy, respectively. An SCV of 14.2 and 124.8 for laparoscopic and open appendectomy was observed. A wider variation was determined when children and adults were assessed separately. CONCLUSIONS The geographic distribution in rates of appendectomy varies considerably across Irish counties. Our data suggest that a patient's likelihood of undergoing a laparoscopic or open appendectomy is associated with their county of residence.
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- Ola Ahmed
- General Surgery, Wexford General Hospital, Wexford, Ireland
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- General and Colorectal Surgery, Wexford General Hospital, Wexford, Ireland
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- Healthcare Outcomes Research Centre, Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, Dublin, Ireland
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Osagiede O, Spaulding AC, Cochuyt JJ, Naessens J, Merchea A, Colibaseanu DT. Trends in the Use of Laparoscopy and Robotics for Colorectal Cancer in Florida. J Laparoendosc Adv Surg Tech A 2019; 29:926-933. [PMID: 31094645 DOI: 10.1089/lap.2019.0016] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/15/2022] Open
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Background: Laparoscopy and more recently robotics are increasingly used for colorectal cancer surgery in the United States. We examined the current trends of minimally invasive surgical resections for colorectal cancer in Florida. Methods: The Florida Inpatient Discharge Dataset was used to examine the clinical data of patients who underwent elective surgery for colorectal cancer during 2013-2015. Multivariate analyses were performed to compare patient characteristics associated with the use of open and minimally invasive surgeries. Results: A total of 10,513 patients were analyzed; 5451 (52%) had open surgery, 4403 (42%) laparoscopy, and 659 (6%) robotic surgery. The rates of minimally invasive surgery (MIS) increased from 46.95% in 2013 to 48.72% in 2015. Among minimally invasive surgical procedures, the use of robotics increased from 9.82% in 2013 to 15.48% in 2015. Metastatic cancer (odds ratio [OR] 0.61, confidence interval [CI] 0.55-0.67), Elixhauser score of 3-5 (OR 0.85, CI 0.76-0.95) or more than 5 (OR 0.78, CI 0.63-0.97), Medicaid insurance (OR 0.73, CI 0.6-0.89), Black race (OR 0.88, CI 0.77-0.99), and rural residence (OR 0.83, CI 0.69-0.99) were associated with lower odds of MIS than open surgery. Conclusions: This study demonstrates that the overall rates of MIS for colorectal cancer in Florida increased from 2013 to 2015. Socially deprived and very sick patient populations with colorectal cancer are less likely to undergo MIS.
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- 2 Department of Health Sciences Research, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, Florida
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- 2 Department of Health Sciences Research, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, Florida
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- 2 Department of Health Sciences Research, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, Florida
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- 1 Department of Surgery and Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, Florida
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Osagiede O, Spaulding AC, Cochuyt JJ, Naessens JM, Merchea A, Kasi PM, Crandall M, Colibaseanu DT. Disparities in minimally invasive surgery for colorectal cancer in Florida. Am J Surg 2018; 218:293-301. [PMID: 30503514 DOI: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2018.11.019] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/27/2018] [Revised: 11/07/2018] [Accepted: 11/15/2018] [Indexed: 02/08/2023]
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BACKGROUND The cost of minimally invasive surgery (MIS) raises potential for racial and social disparities. The aim of this study was to identify the racial, socioeconomic and geographic disparities associated with MIS for colorectal cancer (CRC) in Florida. METHODS Using the Florida Inpatient Discharge Dataset, we examined the clinical data of patients who underwent elective resections for CRC during 2013-2015. Multivariable analysis was performed to identify differences in gender, age, race, urbanization, region, insurance and clinical characteristics associated with the surgical approach. RESULTS Of the 10,224 patients identified, 5308 (52%) had open surgery and 4916 (48%) had MIS. Females (p = 0.012), Medicare-insured patients (p = 0.001) and residents of South Florida were more likely to undergo MIS. Patients with Medicaid (p = 0.008), metastasis (p < 0.001) or 3-5 comorbidities (p = 0.004) had reduced likelihood of MIS. Hispanic patients in Southwest Florida had reduced likelihood of receiving MIS than whites (p < 0.017). Patients who underwent MIS had significantly reduced LOS (p < 0.001). CONCLUSIONS Consistent with national studies, MIS for CRC in Florida is associated with insurance status and geographic location. There are patient-level regional differences for racial disparities in MIS for CRC in Florida.
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- Department of Health Sciences Research, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, FL, USA
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- Department of Health Sciences Research, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, FL, USA
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- Department of Health Sciences Research, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, FL, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, FL, USA
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- Department of Medical Oncology, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, FL, USA
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- Department of Surgery, University of Florida, Jacksonville, FL, USA
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Achieving high quality standards in laparoscopic colon resection for cancer: A Delphi consensus-based position paper. Eur J Surg Oncol 2018; 44:469-483. [PMID: 29422252 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejso.2018.01.091] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/14/2017] [Revised: 01/08/2018] [Accepted: 01/16/2018] [Indexed: 12/21/2022] Open
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AIM To investigate the rate of laparoscopic colectomies for colon cancer using registries and population-based studies. To provide a position paper on mini-invasive (MIS) colon cancer surgery based on the opinion of experts leader in this field. METHODS A systematic review of the literature was conducted using PRISMA guidelines for the rate of laparoscopy in colon cancer. Moreover, Delphi methodology was used to reach consensus among 35 international experts in four study rounds. Consensus was defined as an agreement ≥75.0%. Domains of interest included nosology, essential technical/oncological requirements, outcomes and MIS training. RESULTS Forty-four studies from 42 articles were reviewed. Although it is still sub-optimal, the rate of MIS for colon cancer increased over the years and it is currently >50% in Korea, Netherlands, UK and Australia. The remaining European countries are un-investigated and presented lower rates with highest variations, ranging 7-35%. Using Delphi methodology, a laparoscopic colectomy was defined as a "colon resection performed using key-hole surgery independently from the type of anastomosis". The panel defined also the oncological requirements recognized essential for the procedure and agreed that when performed by experienced surgeons, it should be marked as best practice in guidelines, given the principles of oncologic surgery be respected (R0 procedure, vessel ligation and mesocolon integrity). CONCLUSION The rate of MIS colectomies for cancer in Europe should be further investigated. A panel of leaders in this field defined laparoscopic colectomy as a best practice procedure when performed by an experienced surgeon respecting the standards of surgical oncology.
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Patient, Hospital, and Geographic Disparities in Laparoscopic Surgery Use Among Surveillance, Epidemiology, and End Results-Medicare Patients With Colon Cancer. Dis Colon Rectum 2017; 60:905-913. [PMID: 28796728 PMCID: PMC5643006 DOI: 10.1097/dcr.0000000000000874] [Citation(s) in RCA: 30] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/15/2023]
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BACKGROUND Surgical resection is the primary treatment for colon cancer, but use of laparoscopic approaches varies widely despite demonstrated short- and long-term benefits. OBJECTIVE The purpose of this study was to identify characteristics associated with laparoscopic colon cancer resection and to quantify variation based on patient, hospital, and geographic characteristics. DESIGN Bayesian cross-classified, multilevel logistic models calculated adjusted ORs and CIs for patient, surgeon, hospital, and geographic characteristics and unexplained variability (predicted vs. observed values) using adjusted median odds ratios for hospitals and counties. SETTINGS The Surveillance, Epidemiology, and End Results-Medicare claims database (2008-2011) supplemented with county-level American Community Survey (2008-2012) demographic data was used. PATIENTS A total of 10,618 patients ≥66 years old who underwent colon cancer resection were included. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES Nonurgent/nonemergent resections for colon cancer patients ≥66 years old were classified as laparoscopic or open procedures. RESULTS Patients resided in 579 counties and used 950 hospitals; 47% of patients underwent laparoscopic surgery. Medicare/Medicaid dual enrollment, age ≥85 years, and higher tumor stage and grade were negatively associated with laparoscopic surgery receipt; proximal tumors and increasing hospital size and surgeon caseload were positively associated. Significant unexplained variability at the hospital (adjusted median OR = 3.31; p < 0.001) and county levels (adjusted median OR = 1.28; p < 0.05) remained after adjustment. LIMITATIONS This was an observational study lacking generalizability to younger patients without Medicare or those with Health Maintenance Organization coverage and data set did not reflect national hospital studies or hospital volume. In addition, we were unable to account for specific types of comorbidities, such as obesity, and had broad categories for surgeon caseload. CONCLUSIONS Determining sources of hospital-level variation among poor insured patients may help increase laparoscopic resection to maximize health outcomes and reduce cost. See Video Abstract at http://links.lww.com/DCR/A363.
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