[Do we need hybrid operating theaters? : A critical appraisal.]

[Do we need hybrid operating theaters? : A critical appraisal.]
Radiologe. 2013 May 18;
Authors: Wohlgemuth WA
Abstract
CLINICAL ISSUE: Infrastructural improvements with a combination of interventional and open surgical procedures. STANDARD TREATMENT: Separate performance of interventional and open surgical procedures. TREATMENT INNOVATIONS: Implementation of hybrid operating rooms. DIAGNOSTIC WORK-UP: Intraoperative high-quality digital subtraction angiography. PERFORMANCE: Best hygienic conditions Intraoperative improved image quality Improved patient management Increased patient safety Broadening of indications ACHIEVEMENTS: Major improvement from a medical standpoint Different implications from a management perspective Economic aspects challenging PRACTICAL RECOMMENDATIONS: Exact planning of all aspects and effects is necessary.
PMID: 23681513 [PubMed - as supplied by publisher]

Source: Der Radiologe - May 18, 2013 Category: Radiology Authors: Wohlgemuth WA Tags: Radiologe Source Type: research