Black kids die more often after surgery, new research shows A new U.S. study shows Black children die more often after common surgeries than whitesBlack children were more likely than whites to die after common surgeries, a U.S. study found, echoing evidence seen in adults. Appendix removal and orthopedic operations were among the most common surgeries. And while there were few deaths, the disparities were striking: 23 black youngsters died within 30 days of surgery compared with 13 whites. While Black children had slightly more heart and digestive problems, pre-existing conditions were uncommon. And other research has found that doctors often underestimate pain in Black patients.

Source: ABC News July 20, 2020 02:26 UTC