Abstract
Orthopaedic theatre lists are an important tool which must convey essential information to all staff to run an effective and safe theatre list. However, there are no set standards or guidelines on the components of an Orthopaedic theatre list. The objective of this study is to formulate guidelines for elective Orthopaedic theatre lists which improve efficiency and reduce errors. We looked at 326 elective Orthopaedic theatre lists from October to November 2018. Various factors such as: theatre and patient demographics, surgical team, type of anaesthesia, Surgery, acronyms and finally extra information such as allergies. Additionally, a survey was distributed to a variety of theatre staff to understand their requirements from a theatre list. Thereafter, we created a proforma for waiting list coordinators. Subsequently, we re-audited six more weeks of theatre lists (255) from November to December 2019. The orthopaedic consultant in charge was noted for 100% of patients compared to 85% previously. There was an improvement in documenting the required anaesthesia such as noting 14.5% required spinal compared to 0.3% previously. Prosthesis/equipment was mentioned for 34% of patients compared to 23%. Fluoroscopy was noted as being required for 25% of patients compared to 11%. We believe standards should be in place in order for us to follow to ensure we carry out safe and efficient Orthopaedic theatre lists, and these standards should entail the parameters we have audited. The 'William Harvey theatre list standard' should be used as a gold standard for all elective Orthopaedic theatre lists.
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