Abstract 231: Does the Implementation of Pneumonia Prevention Practices Reduce Risk of Pneumonia Following Cardiac Surgery? [Session Title: Poster Session PM]

Conclusion: In this statewide study, we identified components of a bundle associated with reduced odds of pneumonia. Broader adoption of this bundle may serve as an effective strategy for improving value for cardiac surgical patients.

Source: Circulation: Cardiovascular Quality and Outcomes - April 5, 2018 Category: Cardiology Authors: Strobel, R. J., Harrington, S. D., Hill, C., Thompson, M. P., Cabrera, L., Wilton, P., Gandhi, D., DeLucia, A., Paone, G., Zhang, M., Prager, R. L., Likosky, D. S. Tags: Session Title: Poster Session PM Source Type: research