Operating room organization and surgical performance: a systematic review.

Arnaud Pasquer; Simon Ducarroz; Jean Christophe Lifante; Sarah Skinner; Gilles Poncet; Antoine Duclos

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Operating room organization and surgical performance: a systematic review.

March 20, 2024

Pasquer A, Ducarroz S, Lifante JC, et al. Patient Saf Surg. 2024;18(1):5.

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Various factors, such as technical and non-technical skills or scheduling, can impact perioperative safety. This systematic review, which included 76 studies, concluded that use of specialized, stable operating room teams and use of specialty-dedicated operating rooms can lead to improved patient outcomes. The authors also note that disruptions, communication failures, and resident involvement can increase the risk of adverse outcomes.

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