Impact of SARS-CoV-2 on elective surgical volume in Tuscany: effects on local planning and resource prioritization

Data were retrieved from the Operating Room Logs of all private and public hospitals in Tuscany (Italy), a region with a population of 3·73 millions and 322 intensive care beds (8,63/100 K inhabitants). Other variables recorded were median time from diagnosis to surgery, operative time and total tim...

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Published in:British Journal of Surgery 2020-09, Vol.107 (10), p.e391-e392
Main Authors: Di Marzo, F, Gemmi, F, Cennamo, R, Forni, S, Bachini, L, Collini, F, Cardi, M
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Correspondence
COVID-19 - epidemiology
Elective Surgical Procedures - statistics & numerical data
Facilities and Services Utilization
Hospital Planning
Humans
Italy - epidemiology
Pandemics
Retrospective Studies
SARS-CoV-2
Severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2
Surgery Department, Hospital - organization & administration
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Summary:Data were retrieved from the Operating Room Logs of all private and public hospitals in Tuscany (Italy), a region with a population of 3·73 millions and 322 intensive care beds (8,63/100 K inhabitants). Other variables recorded were median time from diagnosis to surgery, operative time and total time spent in the operating room area. The results of our study provide important informations to define the impact of SARS‐CoV‐2 on elective surgery and set a benchmark to manage local planning and resource prioritization during the transition phase, ensuring quality standards and safety of patients and staff. 1.
ISSN:0007-1323
1365-2168
DOI:10.1002/bjs.11832