Delayed discharges at a major arterial centre: a 4-month cross-sectional study at a single specialist vascular surgery ward

Abstract

A significant number of vascular patients experience delayed discharge. MFFD vascular patients occupy a high proportion of vascular beds at considerable financial cost. Unplanned admissions, amputees and those delayed due to social services contributed most to delays. Closer integration with community health and social care providers may reduce delays.