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[Vascular surgical operations in Iceland 1984-1988].

P Gislason1

  • 1Kirurgisk avd, Landspitalinn, Reykjavik.

Nordisk Medicin
|January 1, 1990
PubMed
Summary

Arterial prosthesis surgeries in Iceland have increased significantly over the last five years. This trend highlights a growing need for vascular surgery interventions within the Icelandic population.

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Area of Science:

  • Vascular Surgery
  • Medical Statistics
  • Public Health

Context:

  • The first arterial prosthesis surgery in Iceland occurred 30 years ago.
  • Data covers the last five years from Iceland's five largest hospitals.
  • Analyzes trends in arterial operations per capita.

Purpose:

  • To report on the volume and trends of arterial prosthesis surgeries in Iceland.
  • To provide a five-year overview of surgical procedures.
  • To establish a baseline for future public health and surgical planning.

Summary:

  • A total of 1,229 arterial operations were performed in the five largest Icelandic hospitals over the past five years.
  • This equates to an average of 245.8 operations annually.
  • The annual rate increased from 183 surgeries in 1984 to 289 in 1988, indicating a rising incidence.

Impact:

  • Provides crucial data for understanding the demand for vascular surgery in Iceland.
  • Informs resource allocation and planning for healthcare services.
  • Establishes a benchmark for evaluating surgical practice and outcomes over time.

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