The reconstructive burden of inter-hospital transfers: resource utilization and clinical implications in tertiary trauma care - Takeaways - MDSpire

The reconstructive burden of inter-hospital transfers: resource utilization and clinical implications in tertiary trauma care

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  • Min Ji Kim

  • Hun Gil Cho

  • Il Jae Lee

  • Hyoseob Lim

  • May 15, 2026

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    Inter-hospital transfers for trauma patients often occur due to persistent wound complications, highlighting the need for specialized wound care.

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    41.1% of transferred patients came from accredited tertiary care facilities, indicating challenges in managing complex wounds even in advanced centers.

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    Patients requiring plastic surgery involvement had significantly greater surgical intensity and longer hospital stays compared to those without.

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    The study found that 34.8% of transferred patients needed expert evaluation from the plastic surgery department for complex wound management.

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    Incorporating plastic surgery into trauma networks can enhance resource allocation and improve the overall efficacy of regional trauma services.

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The reconstructive burden of inter-hospital transfers: resource utilization and clinical implications in tertiary trauma care

  • by Min Ji Kim, Hun Gil Cho, Il Jae Lee, Hyoseob Lim

  • May 15, 2026

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