title: Rapid progression following cardiac surgery.
abstract: This article examines one institution's transition into rapid progression after cardiac surgery. This includes clinical guidelines and the integral use of outcomes measures to govern care. Fast-track initiatives are examined in the scope of cost containment. A comprehensive, multidisciplinary approach is emphasized throughout.
authors.affiliation: Department of Cardiac Surgery, University of Rochester, Strong Memorial Hospital, New York, USA.
authors.forename: J A
authors.initials: JA
authors.lastname: Clark
authors.forename: L G
authors.initials: LG
authors.lastname: Kotyra
authors.forename: T
authors.initials: T
authors.lastname: Brocious
mesh_terms: D006348:Cardiac Surgical Procedures / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000451:nursing*; D003327:Coronary Disease / Q000191:economics / Q000601:surgery*; D003363:Cost Control; D003422:Critical Care / Q000191:economics / Q000379:methods; D019091:Critical Pathways / Q000458:organization & administration*; D019317:Evidence-Based Medicine; D017721:Hospital Costs; D006801:Humans; D017063:Outcome Assessment, Health Care / Q000458:organization & administration*; D010348:Patient Care Team; D011182:Postoperative Care / Q000191:economics / Q000451:nursing / Q000592:standards*; D017410:Practice Guidelines as Topic; D015397:Program Evaluation