Use of Failure Modes, Effects, and Criticality Analysis to Compare the Vulnerabilities of Laparoscopic Versus Open Appendectomy

Conclusion: FMECA helped the staff compare the 2 approaches through an accurate step-by-step analysis, highlighting that laparoscopic appendectomy is feasible and safe, associated with a lower incidence of infection and other complications, reduced length of hospital stay, and an apparent lower procedure-related risk.
Source: Journal of Patient Safety - Category: Health Management Tags: Original Articles Source Type: research