Use of different comorbidity scores for risk-adjustment in the evaluation of quality of colorectal cancer surgery: does it matter?
Irrespective of the measure used, comorbidity is an independent risk factor for adverse outcome after colorectal surgery. However, the importance of comorbidity in risk-adjustment models is limited. Probably the work and costs of data collection for auditing can be reduced, without compromising risk-adjustment.
Femtosecond Laser-assisted cataract surgery represents a safe alternative in patients with Fuchs endothelial dystrophy and has a low risk of corneal decompensation.