[Technologies of ambulatory surgery]

Area of Science:

• Medical Science
• Surgical Innovation
• Healthcare Management

Background:

• The development of outpatient surgery in Russia is considered a pressing need when compared to international standards.
• International clinics offer valuable experiences for advancing Russian outpatient surgery.
• The establishment of specialized centers is crucial for implementing efficient outpatient surgical practices.

Purpose of the Study:

• To assess the urgency and feasibility of developing outpatient surgery in Russia.
• To analyze the initial experiences and challenges of a newly established outpatient surgery center.
• To evaluate the application of outpatient surgery technologies in various specialties.

Main Methods:

• Establishment of a dedicated Center for Outpatient Surgery in 1998.
• Implementation of planned surgical treatments within a one-day hospitalization framework.
• Analysis of 313 ambulatory interventions across surgery, traumatology, and cosmetology.

Main Results:

• The Center successfully performed 313 ambulatory interventions.
• Initial data from surgery, traumatology, and cosmetology indicate the viability of outpatient procedures.
• The study discussed the ultrastructure of the unit and technological challenges in outpatient surgery.

Conclusions:

• The findings underscore the urgent need for outpatient surgery development in Russia.
• The initial experience provides a foundation for refining outpatient surgery technologies and protocols.
• Further development and integration of outpatient surgery are recommended for the Russian healthcare system.