| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8835240 | Journal of Surgical Research | 2018 | 5 Pages |
Abstract
Successful litigation after inguinal hernia surgery was relatively infrequent-only 21.7%-with an additional 10.9% resulting in settlement awards. Case outcome in litigation for hernia surgery was not predicted by patient demographics, type of procedure, or type of complication in this data set.
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Authors
Cary T. MD, MPH, Erik T. MD, Lindsay M. MD, Erik Q. MD, FACS, Steven S. MD, Christopher G. MD, FACS,