Abstract: Paediatric day-case surgery in a district general hospital: a safe option in a dedicated unit.

Authors:

Calder F, Hurley P, Fernandez C.

Institution:

Department of Surgery, Mayday University Hospital, Thornton Heath, Surrey, UK.

Source:

Ann R Coll Surg Engl. 2001 Jan;83(1):54-7.

Abstract:

Currently, there is a trend towards the centralisation of paediatric surgery in specialist regional units. This study reports the results of 4 years' experience of paediatric day-case surgery in a dedicated unit within a district general hospital. Since its inception in 1993, data have been collected on all individuals undergoing surgery. Between 1993-1997, 804 operations were performed with 80% of procedures being undertaken by a consultant. There were 7 (< 1%) known complications and 7 (< 1%) patients required admission postoperatively. These results compare favourably with those of specialist institutions.

Keywords:

Paediatric Day Surgery