Delay of transfer from the intensive care unit: a prospective observational study of incidence, causes, and financial impact

Delay of transfer from the intensive care unit: a prospective observational study of incidence, causes, and financial impact

Introduction: A paucity of literature exists regarding delays in transfer out of the intensive care unit. We sought to analyze the incidence, causes, and costs of delayed transfer from a surgical intensive care unit (SICU). Methods: An IRB-approved prospective observational study was conducted from...

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Main Authors: Johnson, Daniel W. (Author), Schmidt, Ulrich H. (Contributor), Bittner, Edward A. (Author), Christensen, Benjamin (Contributor), Levi, Retsef (Contributor), Pino, Richard M. (Author)
Other Authors: Sloan School of Management (Contributor)
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Language:English
Published: BioMed Central Ltd, 2013-08-27T13:27:53Z.
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