A novel process for introducing a new intraoperative program: a multidisciplinary paradigm for mitigating hazards and improving patient safety.
Rodriguez-Paz JM, Mark L, Herzer KR, et al. A novel process for introducing a new intraoperative program: a multidisciplinary paradigm for mitigating hazards and improving patient safety. Anesth Analg. 2009;108(1):202-10. doi:10.1213/ane.0b013e31818ca423.
This study describes the use of a systematic process, similar to a failure mode effects analysis, that anticipates potential safety issues before introducing a new intraoperative radiation therapy. The authors suggest their process can be applied to the introduction of any new technologies, treatments, or procedures.