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Modelling Planned vs. Actual Start Time to Control the Efficiency of Surgery

To control the efficiency of surgery, it is ideal to have actual starting times of surgical procedures coincide with their planned start time. This study analysed over 4 years of… Click to show full abstract

To control the efficiency of surgery, it is ideal to have actual starting times of surgical procedures coincide with their planned start time. This study analysed over 4 years of data from a large metropolitan hospital and identified factors associated with surgery commencing close to the planned starting time via statistical modelling. A web application comprising novel visualisations to complement the statistical analysis was developed to facilitate translational impact by providing theatre administrators and clinical staff with a tool to assist with continuous quality improvement.

Keywords: surgery; efficiency surgery; time; start time; control efficiency

Journal Title: Studies in health technology and informatics
Year Published: 2024

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