Nikki de Mul, Diede Verlaan, Jelle P Ruurda, Wilhelmina M U van Grevenstein, Jeroen Hagendoorn, Gert-Jan de Borst, Menno R Vriens, Remco de Bree, Ronald P Zweemer, Charles Vogely, Jelle L G Haitsma Mulier, Lisette M Vernooij, Johannes B Reitsma, Marcel R de Zoete, Janetta Top, Jan A J Kluijtmans, Imo E Hoefer, Peter Noordzij, Thijs Rettig, Marije Marsman, Anne Marie G A de Smet, Lennie Derde, Judith van Waes, Mienke Rijsdijk, Willem Jan M Schellekens, Marc J M Bonten, Arjen J C Slooter, Olaf L Cremer
PURPOSE: Although elective surgery is generally safe, some procedures remain associated with an increased risk of complications. Improved preoperative risk stratification and earlier recognition of these complications may ameliorate postoperative recovery and improve long-term outcomes. The perioperative longitudinal study of complications and long-term outcomes (PLUTO) cohort aims to establish a comprehensive biorepository that will facilitate research in this field. In this profile paper, we will discuss its design rationale and opportunities for future studies...
April 19, 2023: BMJ Open