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By: Periop Today
Published: 4/10/2024
Unintended retained surgical items (RSIs) pose significant risks, often leading to patient harm and emotional distress for operating room teams. Despite ongoing efforts, RSIs remain a top concern in surgery.
However, leaders like Maria Fezza and Mary Dobbie at NYU Langone Health are making strides in RSI prevention. Read about their effective approach, focusing on addressing human behaviors and system flaws, offers valuable insights for facilities aiming to enhance surgical safety and minimize RSIs.
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