Rationalizing surgical trays for elective procedures can save money and reduce environmental impact.
- 39% reduction in tools for rectal procedures, from 53 to 16 items.
- Open hernia repair trays reduced from 53 to 43 items and from 75 to 60 items.
- Annual savings estimated at £16,863 and reduced carbon emissions by 42.6 kgCO2.
This approach enhances OR efficiency and supports sustainable practices in surgery.
- Laparoscopic trays for hernia repairs and cholecystectomies streamlined from 55 to 45 items.
Journal Article by Shrestha P, Roylance J (…) Gray WK et 8 al. in World J Surg
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