Surgical complications and their impact on patients' psychosocial well-being: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Surgical complications may affect patients psychologically due to challenges such as prolonged recovery or long-lasting disability. Psychological distress could further delay patients' recovery as stress delays wound healing and compromises immunity. This review investigates whether surgical co...

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Main Authors: Pinto, A, Faiz, O, Davis, R, Almoudaris, A, Vincent, C
Format: Journal article
Language:English
Published: BMJ Publishing Group 2016