Examining readmissions following outpatient microlaryngeal surgery

Objective The objective of this study was to examine readmissions following microlaryngeal surgery. It hypothesized that airway surgical procedures would have higher rates readmission. Design Retrospective review. Methods Outpatient surgeries from May 1, 2018 November 27, 2022 were reviewed. Readmissions related the original surgery within a 30-day postoperative period examined. Patient demographics, body mass index, American Society Anesthesiologist class, comorbidities, type surgery, ventilation techniques, and operative times examined compared. Results Out 480 analyzed, 19 (4.0%) resulted in readmission, 9 (1.9%) which for glottic stenosis management. Undergoing an procedure significantly associated with readmission (p = .002) increased odds by 5.99 (95% confidence interval [CI]: 2.22–16.16, p < .001). Current/former smoking status 4.50 CI: 1.33–15.19, .016). Each additional minute operating time 1.03 1.00–1.05, .04). Conclusion are seldom reported but nonetheless occur. Identifying factors may place at risk can help improve quality care. Level Evidence 4.