Evaluation of Preanaesthetic Clinics in Trinidad
Author Information
Author(s): Hariharan Seetharaman, Chen Deryk, Merritt-Charles Lorna
Primary Institution: The University of the West Indies
Hypothesis
Does the assessment of a surgical patient in the preanaesthetic clinics impact the rate of last-minute cancellations of surgical procedures?
Conclusion
The study highlights the inadequate use of the preanaesthetic clinics and their impact on last-minute cancellations.
Supporting Evidence
- 39% of adults and 46% of children scheduled for surgery attended the preanaesthetic clinic.
- 30% of procedures in adults and 26% in children were canceled.
- Patients who did not attend the clinic had a higher cancellation rate.
Takeaway
The study found that many patients didn't use the preanaesthetic clinics, which led to a lot of surgeries being canceled at the last minute.
Methodology
Data was collected from patients scheduled for elective surgery over twelve weeks, analyzing attendance at preanaesthetic clinics and cancellations.
Limitations
The study duration may have limited the ability to fully establish the benefits of the clinic.
Participant Demographics
50% adults and 50% children, with a total of 424 patients.
Statistical Information
P-Value
0.004
Confidence Interval
0.33, 0.82
Statistical Significance
p = 0.004
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