2018
Opioid dependency is independently associated with inferior clinical outcomes after trauma
Hsiang WR, McGeoch C, Lee S, Cheung W, Becher R, Davis KA, Schuster K. Opioid dependency is independently associated with inferior clinical outcomes after trauma. Injury 2018, 50: 192-196. PMID: 30342762, DOI: 10.1016/j.injury.2018.10.015.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsNon-home dischargeOpioid-dependent patientsLength of stayInjury Severity ScoreOpioid dependencyVentilator daysMajor complicationsClinical outcomesPrescription abuseIllicit abuseLonger LOSChronic pain subgroupsMore ventilator daysOpioid-naïve patientsUse of opioidsAcademic Level IHigher readmission ratesInferior clinical outcomesChronic pain patientsOpioid subgroupsNaïve patientsAdult patientsPain subgroupsPatient demographicsReadmission ratesComparison of Outcomes in Below-Knee Amputation between Vascular and General Surgeons
Pei KY, Zhang Y, Sarac T, Davis KA. Comparison of Outcomes in Below-Knee Amputation between Vascular and General Surgeons. Annals Of Vascular Surgery 2018, 50: 259-268. PMID: 29501591, DOI: 10.1016/j.avsg.2017.11.073.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchMeSH KeywordsAgedAmputation, SurgicalChi-Square DistributionClinical CompetenceDatabases, FactualEmergenciesFemaleGeneral SurgeryHospitals, TeachingHumansLength of StayLinear ModelsLogistic ModelsLower ExtremityMaleMiddle AgedMultivariate AnalysisOdds RatioPostoperative ComplicationsRetrospective StudiesRisk FactorsSpecializationSurgeonsTime FactorsTreatment OutcomeUnited StatesVascular Surgical ProceduresConceptsVascular surgeonsGeneral surgeonsKnee amputationInfectious indicationsNational Surgical Quality Improvement Project databaseSurgeons National Surgical Quality Improvement Project databaseUnconditional logistic regression modelsRisk of pneumoniaPeripheral vascular diseaseLower extremity amputationBelow knee amputationComparison of outcomesEffect of specialtyLogistic regression modelsOverall complicationsVascular consultationPostoperative complicationsPatient demographicsPostoperative outcomesPulmonary embolismComorbid conditionsRegression modelsExtremity amputationRetrospective studyVascular disease
2017
Assessing trends in laparoscopic colostomy reversal and evaluating outcomes when compared to open procedures
Pei KY, Davis KA, Zhang Y. Assessing trends in laparoscopic colostomy reversal and evaluating outcomes when compared to open procedures. Surgical Endoscopy 2017, 32: 695-701. PMID: 28726139, DOI: 10.1007/s00464-017-5725-4.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchConceptsReversal surgeryLength of stayColostomy reversalComplication rateSurgeons National Surgical Quality Improvement ProgramNational Surgical Quality Improvement ProgramSurgical Quality Improvement ProgramUnconditional logistic regression modelsStudy periodTotal hospital lengthOverall complication rateProbability of morbidityShorter operation timeQuality Improvement ProgramLogistic regression modelsLaparoscopic colostomyLaparoscopic reversalMethodsAll patientsPostsurgical diagnosisHospital lengthPostoperative complicationsNSQIP databasePatient demographicsHartmann's reversalComorbid conditions
2008
Trauma Team Oversight Improves Efficiency of Care and Augments Clinical and Economic Outcomes
Davis KA, Cabbad NC, Schuster KM, Kaplan LJ, Carusone C, Leary T, Udelsman R. Trauma Team Oversight Improves Efficiency of Care and Augments Clinical and Economic Outcomes. Journal Of Trauma And Acute Care Surgery 2008, 65: 1236-1244. PMID: 19077607, DOI: 10.1097/ta.0b013e31818ba311.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchMeSH KeywordsAbbreviated Injury ScaleConnecticutCost-Benefit AnalysisCross-Sectional StudiesEfficiency, OrganizationalFees, MedicalHospital CostsHumansInjury Severity ScoreLength of StayLinear ModelsMultiple TraumaOutcome and Process Assessment, Health CarePatient Care TeamPersonnel Administration, HospitalQuality Assurance, Health CareTrauma CentersUtilization ReviewConceptsInjury Severity ScoreEfficiency of careHospital lengthTrauma serviceFull-time trauma surgeonsMean Injury Severity ScoreMedian Injury Severity ScoreTrauma team activation criteriaLevel I trauma centerPercentage of patientsShorter hospital lengthI trauma centerLength of stayActual hospital costsMost patientsPatient demographicsTrauma activationsTrauma centerHospital contribution marginInjury patternsSeverity scoreHospital costsPatient managementTrauma surgeonsPatients
2004
Splenic Embolization Revisited: A Multicenter Review
Haan JM, Biffl W, Knudson MM, Davis KA, Oka T, Majercik S, Dicker R, Marder S, Scalea TM. Splenic Embolization Revisited: A Multicenter Review. Journal Of Trauma And Acute Care Surgery 2004, 56: 542-547. PMID: 15128125, DOI: 10.1097/01.ta.0000114069.73054.45.Peer-Reviewed Original ResearchMeSH KeywordsAbdominal InjuriesAdultAneurysm, FalseArteriovenous FistulaEmbolization, TherapeuticExtravasation of Diagnostic and Therapeutic MaterialsFemaleHemoperitoneumHumansMaleOutcome Assessment, Health CareRadiographyRetrospective StudiesSalvage TherapySpleenSplenectomySplenic RuptureTrauma CentersTreatment FailureTreatment OutcomeUnited StatesWounds, NonpenetratingConceptsSplenic salvage rateSplenic embolizationSalvage rateMulticenter reviewModerate injury severity scoreRetrospective multicenter reviewHigh-grade injuriesRetrospective chart reviewInjury Severity ScoreYoung male patientTomographic scan resultsYears of ageMotor vehicle crashesSignificant hemoperitoneumTomographic gradeEmbolization groupInjury gradeSplenic injuryChart reviewPatient demographicsSplenic abscessYounger patientsArterial injuryGrade injuriesMajor complications