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Development and application of a risk prediction tool for emergency laparotomy

Year:
2017
Duration:
97 months
Approved budget:
$1,181,513.00
Researchers:
Professor Andrew Hill
Health issue:
Other (generic health or health services)
Proposal type:
Health Delivery Project
Lay summary
Emergency laparotomy is a commonly performed surgical procedure with a high mortality and morbidity. Several different operations can be classified as an emergency laparotomy and it is commonly performed on acutely unwell patients as a lifesaving procedure. Predicting outcomes preoperatively is paramount for patient information, planning of perioperative care and deciding on palliative therapies. This study aims to develop a reliable easy to use predictive score based on preoperative patient state. The score will be developed using a New Zealand wide multicentre prospective cohort. The risk assessment score will be introduced into a clinical pathway for emergency laparotomy patients. The clinical pathway will provide appropriate level care for high risk patients to reduce overall mortality and morbidity.