Early discharge with elevated C-reactive protein levels is safe after endoscopic-assisted coronary bypass grafting: Optimisation of postoperative care

The return of C-reactive protein to baseline levels at follow-up and the low incidence of clinical infections suggest that patients can be discharged safely, and prolonged hospitalisation is unnecessary. For perioperative care practitioners, these findings underscore the value of shorter hospital admissions in optimising resource use and improving patient flow, enhancing both patient outcomes and operational efficiency.