Prolonged Operative Duration is Associated with Complications: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

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Prolonged operative time is associated with an increase in the risk of complications. Given the adverse consequences of complications, decreased operative times should be a universal goal for surgeons, hospitals, and policy-makers. Future study is recommended on the evaluation of interventions targeted to reducing operating time.

lHang Cheng, MS; Jeffrey W. Clymer, PhD; Brian Po-Han Chen, ScM; Behnam Sadeghirad, PhD; Nicole C. Ferko, MS; Chris G. Cameron, PhD; PietHinoul, MD.