Classification for Surgical Complications

Hospital stay for the patient

Expected hospital stay for patients undergoing the procedure

Has the patient had more blood loss than expected for the procedure, requiring blood transfusion?

Has the patient required unexpected drug therapy other than that for typical postoperative pain, vomiting, diarrhea or urinary retention?

Has the patient developed any kind of iatrogenic injury?

Problem during or after surgery

Surgical intervention required

Post-operative nutritional support

Infection post-operative