INTRODUCTION Print Section Listen Complications of concern in total joint arthroplasty are related to technical errors and non-technical perioperative system issues Proper attention to evidence-based techniques and appropriate surgical training…
INTRODUCTION Print Section Listen Assess underlying root cause of failure of fixation in orthopedic trauma Understand technical salvage strategies for failed fracture fixation Provide stable revision fixation in order to…
INTRODUCTION Print Section Listen Illustrate a range of hazards to patient safety arising from electronic information systems Compare several conceptual frameworks for analyzing errors and risks of health information technology…
INTRODUCTION Print Section Listen Understand the principles of gynecologic surgery Appreciate risks for surgical complications, and the precepts to be followed Know technical bail-out strategies for common scenarios STATE OF…
INTRODUCTION Print Section Listen What are the underlying risk factors for surgical lawsuits? This chapter provides a specific “toolkit” aimed at reducing the risk of surgical litigation Despite an increased…
INTRODUCTION Print Section Listen Residents will understand the reasons why open, honest and effective communication between caregivers and patients is critical to the patient safety movement. Residents learn to utilize…
INTRODUCTION Print Section Listen Understand the complexity and lack of standardization related to the diagnosis and treatment of posttraumatic long bone osteomyelitis Provide guidance and treatment options when faced with…
INTRODUCTION Print Section Listen Complications of thoracic surgery may be minimized through a mastery of the 3-dimensinal anatomy of hilar and mediastinal structures Thorough pre-operative evaluation of cardio-pulmonary reserve is…
INTRODUCTION Print Section Listen Pancreatic cancer: In patients with localised disease the relation of the tumour to the surrounding arteries (celiac trunc, sup. mes. artery) and veins (superior mesenteric-portal vein)…
INTRODUCTION Print Section Listen Evidence, information and knowledge are components of professional activity that contribute to safe surgery if identified and applied from a system improvement perspective A structured team…
