University of Colorado: University of Colorado Research Reveals That Telehealth Follow-Up After Gall Bladder Surgery Is Just As Effective As In-Person

University of Colorado: University of Colorado Research Reveals That Telehealth Follow-Up After Gall Bladder Surgery Is Just As Effective As In-Person

A research study by the University of Colorado Department of Surgery shows that telehealth, which started as a necessity during the COVID-19 pandemic, has evolved into a time-saving step for patients recovering from surgery. The study showed that a telehealth appointment to follow up after a cholecystectomy (gall bladder removal) is just as effective as an in-clinic visit to detect and address postoperative complications including wound infections and cardiopulmonary complications such as pneumonia and pulmonary embolism. The research is an important finding in the world of surgery, which hasn’t been as quick as other specialties to embrace telehealth.