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This chart gives a general overview of surgeries in the Procendi database, including what the procedure involves, why it may be recommended, and who usually performs it.
Please note: This information is meant to help you understand what to expect and to support conversations with your doctor or care team. Recovery experiences can vary widely depending on your overall health, age, other medical conditions, and the specific details of your surgery. This is not a substitute for medical advice—always rely on your surgeon or healthcare provider for personalized guidance.
| Surgery | Who Performs It | What It Is | Why It's Done |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abdominal Hernia Repair | General Surgeon | Fixes a weak spot in the belly wall where tissue pushes through. Examples: umbilical hernia, ventral hernia. | Pain, bulge, or risk of bowel getting trapped. |
| Appendectomy | General Surgeon | Removes the appendix when it's inflamed. | Appendicitis (emergency, risk of rupture). |
| Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy) | General Surgeon | Removes the gallbladder, often for gallstones. | Gallstones, infection, gallbladder attacks. |
| Colon Surgery | Colorectal or General Surgeon | Removes part of the large intestine. Examples: partial colectomy, hemicolectomy. | Colon cancer, diverticulitis, inflammatory bowel disease. |
| Gastric Bypass | Bariatric Surgeon | Weight-loss surgery making the stomach smaller and rerouting intestines. | Severe obesity, diabetes, weight-related health problems. |
| Hiatal Hernia Repair | General or Thoracic Surgeon | Fixes stomach slipping into chest through the diaphragm. | Heartburn, reflux, trouble swallowing. |
| Hysterectomy | Gynecologist / OB-GYN | Removes the uterus (sometimes ovaries too). | Fibroids, cancer, endometriosis, heavy bleeding. |
| Inguinal Hernia Repair | General Surgeon | Fixes a bulge in the groin caused by tissue pushing through. | Groin pain, bulge, risk of intestine getting trapped. |
| Lap Band Removal | Bariatric Surgeon | Removes a weight-loss band from the stomach. | Band complications, poor weight loss results. |
| Lung Resection | Thoracic Surgeon | Removes part or all of a lung. Examples: lobectomy, pneumonectomy. | Lung cancer, infections, severe lung disease. |
| Other Bariatric Surgery | Bariatric Surgeon | Complex weight-loss surgeries (e.g., duodenal switch, revisions). | Severe obesity or failed prior weight-loss surgery. |
| Pancreas Surgery (Pancreatectomy) | HPB Specialist Surgeon | Removes part or all of the pancreas. | Pancreatic cancer, cysts, severe pancreatitis. |
| Prostate Surgery (Prostatectomy) | Urologist | Removes part or all of the prostate. | Prostate cancer, enlarged prostate causing blockage. |
| Rectal Surgery | Colorectal Surgeon | Treats rectal cancer, prolapse, or bowel disease. | Rectal cancer, bowel disease, rectal prolapse. |
| Sleeve Gastrectomy | Bariatric Surgeon | Removes most of the stomach, leaving a "sleeve." | Severe obesity, weight-related health problems. |
| Spleen Removal (Splenectomy) | General Surgeon | Removes the spleen. | Trauma, blood disorders, cancer. |
General Surgeon
General Surgeon
General Surgeon
Colorectal or General Surgeon
Bariatric Surgeon
General or Thoracic Surgeon
Gynecologist / OB-GYN
General Surgeon
Bariatric Surgeon
Thoracic Surgeon
Bariatric Surgeon
HPB Specialist Surgeon
Urologist
Colorectal Surgeon
Bariatric Surgeon
General Surgeon
Explore this collection of peer-reviewed papers that substantiate key concepts—from the impact of variability in surgeons and facilities on recovery rates to the economic benefits of transparency in medical care.
Becher RD, DeWane MP, et al.
Wide geographic variations in emergency general surgery operation rates and mortality across six Northeastern and Southeastern states, emphasizing the need for targeted regional analyses to reduce disparities.
View PublicationIbrahim AM, Ghaferi AA, et al.
Surgical outcomes vary significantly even within networks of top-rated (US News Honor Roll) hospitals, with inconsistent performance between flagship and affiliated sites, suggesting a need for better network monitoring.
View PublicationDiaz A, Ghaferi AA, et al.
Rural hospital closures led to increased geographic disparities, with nearly double the population living >60 minutes from major surgery-capable hospitals by 2015, highlighting access-related quality variations.
View PublicationOgola GO, Crandall ML, et al.
Significant hospital-level variations in risk-adjusted outcomes for emergency general surgery, with thousands of excess deaths nationwide, advocating for a dedicated quality improvement program similar to NSQIP.
View PublicationMorden NE, Colla CH, et al.
Large residual geographic variation in inpatient surgical mortality and safety outcomes persists after risk adjustment, across states, regions, counties, and hospitals, indicating systemic factors beyond patient mix.
View PublicationWakam E, Molina G, et al.
Lower outcome variability (e.g., mortality, complications) in the US compared to Japan, but higher costs; US variations are less pronounced in postoperative care but tied to inefficiencies.
View PublicationParsons HM, Henderson WG, et al.
Substantial variability in 30-day mortality post-colorectal surgery across hospitals and census tracts, influenced by socioeconomic factors, with similar magnitudes at both levels.
View PublicationFenton JJ, Jerant A, et al.
High patient satisfaction correlates with better surgical quality and efficiency across US hospitals performing major procedures, with no trade-off between satisfaction and outcomes.
View PublicationBirkmeyer JD, Sharp SM, et al.
Regional surgery rates vary widely due to physician beliefs and patient preferences rather than illness burden, explaining "surgical signatures" and persistent geographic disparities.
View PublicationParsons HM, Magliocco AM, et al.
Unexplained variations in complications and post-complication mortality for colorectal cancer surgery across hospitals and geographic areas, linked to poverty rates and race.
View PublicationBirkmeyer NJ, Dimick JB, et al.
Even among high-volume hospitals meeting Leapfrog standards, substantial outcome variability persists for esophagectomy, pointing to surgeon volume and process measures as key drivers.
View PublicationDamle RM, Al-Temimi MH, et al.
Considerable hospital variability in colorectal surgery reoperation rates, adjustable via NSQIP benchmarking, with factors like ASA class and wound contamination influencing risks.
View PublicationGhaferi AA, Birkmeyer JD, Dimick JB
Hospital mortality after inpatient surgery varies widely, largely due to differences in managing complications (failure-to-rescue), not initial complication rates.
View PublicationNallamothu BK, Rogers MA, et al.
Ethnicity and socioeconomic status drive geographic variations in procedure rates (e.g., carotid endarterectomy, hysterectomy) within a single urban area like LA County.
View PublicationWennberg JE, Roos N, et al.
Large geographic differences in Medicare surgical service use across 13 US areas, with variations unrelated to health needs, signaling early evidence of supply-driven disparities.
View PublicationAl-Haqwi AI, Alshammari SA, et al.
Transparency in reporting clinical outcomes (e.g., mortality, complications) enables benchmarking against standards, incentivizes high performance, and builds trust, but requires accessible data to drive improvements in patient safety.
View PublicationBernstein DN, Crowe JR
Price transparency could catalyze outcomes transparency, reducing disparities in surgical and procedural results by empowering informed choices, though implementation barriers limit widespread impact.
View PublicationPronovost PJ, Austin JM, Cassel CK, et al.
Public reporting of outcomes (e.g., via STS registries, CDC infection measures) drives quality improvements in cardiac surgery and beyond, but needs oversight for integrity to maximize benefits.
View PublicationSaghafian S, Hopp WJ
Outcomes transparency improves sector efficiency when data is user-friendly and targeted, but requires policy incentives; evidence from Hospital Compare shows mixed consumer response without complementary reforms.
View PublicationYan J, Zhang Y, et al.
Quality transparency tools reduce spending on procedures by 5-10% via informed choices, but effects vary by market; US hospital data shows stronger impacts on elective surgeries than emergencies.
View PublicationRomanelli JR, Fuchshuber PR, Stulberg JJ, et al.
Confusing rating systems hinder surgical outcomes transparency; specialty registries standardize metrics beyond 30-day mortality, improving relevance and feasibility for consumers seeking quality care.
View PublicationHefner JL, Al-Amin M, Huerta TR, et al.
Public release of outcomes data influences provider behavior and reduces complications in US hospitals, but inconsistent methodologies limit comparability; calls for unified metrics in surgical care.
View PublicationAustin J, Young G, Pronovost P
Oversight models enhance trust in outcomes reporting (e.g., Hospital Compare), reducing variability in surgical mortality reporting; without integrity checks, transparency erodes consumer confidence.
View PublicationCronin C, Damberg C, Riedel A, France J
Early US public reporting initiatives show variable uptake for surgical outcomes, with successes in cardiac metrics but gaps in accessibility; recommends standardization for broader impact.
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Sources curated from academic databases like PubMed. Some publications may require payment to read beyond the abstract.