UK researchers conducted a systematic review of research into pre-operative assessments relating to 2003 NICE guidelines. Six papers looking at the clinical effectiveness of pre-operative fasting ...

NAPA, Calif., Dec. 16, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- A new study by The Doctors Company shows that inadequate pre-operation patient assessments are a major factor in medical malpractice suits against ...

SOUTHAMPTON leads development of a new national learning tool for pre-operative assessment. A new national learning tool for the delivery of pre-operative assessment services is being developed at the ...

This can be a lot of information to take in. It might help to have someone with you at the appointment. They can ask questions and take notes to help you remember what your surgeon says. You are ...

The initiative, which has been rolled out by the Pre-Operative Assessment Team at the Oswestry-based hospital, aims to identify and address potential health risks at the earliest opportunity in a ...

THOUSANDS of patients will benefit from slicker checks before they undergo surgery at the Royal Blackburn Hospital. Patients scheduled for vascular, breast or general surgery are now being offered ...