Orthopaedic injuries in state hospitals compromised : editorial

The economics of orthopaedic trauma management are simple : early surgery to stabilise fractures and early discharge from hospital reduce hospital costs. The direct expenses of surgery and implants are offset by the reduction in duration of hospitalisation, plaster of Paris casts, follow-up X-rays a...

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Published in:South African medical journal 2008-08, Vol.98 (8), p.601-602
Main Authors: Shipley, J.A., Lukhele, M., Govender, S., Vlok, G.J., Golele, R., Van der Jagt, D.
Format: Article
Language:English
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Summary:The economics of orthopaedic trauma management are simple : early surgery to stabilise fractures and early discharge from hospital reduce hospital costs. The direct expenses of surgery and implants are offset by the reduction in duration of hospitalisation, plaster of Paris casts, follow-up X-rays and so on. The indirect savings of earlier return to work and rapid rehabilitation are equally significant.
ISSN:0256-9574
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