What are the potential issues with using administrative data bases for CABG surgery?
Administrative data bases used for CABG surgery can have a number of potential issues. Firstly, some important variables that may be needed for risk adjustment may be missing from the data base. Secondly, the accuracy of the data is often called into question, as there is potential for errors or omissions in the data. Thirdly, the data may be incomplete, as it may not capture data from all providers. Finally, the data may not accurately reflect the actual clinical outcomes, as there can be differences in coding or reporting practices between providers.