Researchers conducted a single-center retrospective case series identifying all sacropelvic tumor resection cases requiring lumbopelvic stabilization throughout an eight year period. Several factors were analyzed, including clinical and economic outcomes for patients with one and two episodes of care.
A total of 25 patients were identified for the research. Surgical staging was associated with increased intensive care unit free days, ventilator free days and reduced morbidity. The average total inpatient cost was $89,132 less for patients undergoing the staged procedure.
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