Effectiveness of architectural separation of septic and aseptic operating theatres for improving process quality and patient outcomes: a systematic review

ConclusionsThis review did not identify evidence in favour nor against architectural separation of septic or aseptic operating theatre. Specifically, there is no evidence of a harmful effect of architectural separation. Unless prospective studies, ideally randomised trials, will be available, it is unjustified to call for abolishing established hospital structures. Future investigations must address patient-centered endpoints, surgical site infections, process quality and hospital economy.Systematic review registrationPROSPERO (International prospective register of systematic reviews): CRD42018086568.
Source: Systematic Reviews - Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: research