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Analysis Study Research Paper | Surgery | Volume 15 Issue 3, March 2026 | Pages: 1251 - 1255 | India
1 Year Outcomes after Emergency Laparotomy: A Retrospective Study
Abstract: Emergency laparotomy (EL) is a high-risk surgical procedure commonly performed in older patients with significant comorbidities, leading to considerable postoperative mortality. This retrospective study analyzed 62 patients who underwent EL at R L Jalappa Hospital, focusing on one-year survival and factors influencing long-term outcomes. Among patients surviving the initial 90 days post-surgery, 20% died within one year, with outcomes primarily influenced by pre-existing comorbidities and medical complications rather than surgical factors. Higher ASA classifications, elevated Charlson Comorbidity Index (CCI) scores, and prolonged operative times were associated with poorer outcomes. Medical complications, particularly during the early postoperative phase, significantly contributed to long-term mortality. The findings emphasize the critical role of patient health optimization and effective management of complications in improving survival rates. This study underscores the importance of long-term follow-up and advocates for integrating predictive tools with standardized care protocols to enhance EL outcomes.
Keywords: emergency laparotomy, long-term outcomes, mortality predictors, medical complications, comorbidities
How to Cite?: Dr. Gurugubelli Amarnath, Dr. P. N. Sreeramulu, Dr. V. R. Aravind, Dr. Vaibhavi, Dr. Neha Ullalkar, Dr. Grandi Vinayram, "1 Year Outcomes after Emergency Laparotomy: A Retrospective Study", Volume 15 Issue 3, March 2026, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 1251-1255, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR25113041334, DOI: https://dx.dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR25113041334