Impact of readmissions on long-term mortality of patients undergoing cardiac surgery

Background: Readmissions after cardiac surgery are a relevant issue both for patients and the health care system in general. There are limited data about the relationship between readmissions after cardiac surgery and patient prognosis, or their impact on longterm mortality. Objective: The aim of this study was to analyze the incidence and the predictive factors of 30-day readmissions after cardiac surgery and their association with long-term …