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Reza Dehnavieh1, Nadia Mirshekari2, Sara Ghasemi3
1PhD, Associate Professor, Social Determinants of Health Research Center, Institute for Futures Studies in Health, Kerman University of Medical Sciences, Kerman, Iran. rdehnavi@gmail.com.
Medical Journal of the Islamic Republic of Iran
|July 9, 2016
Summary
Regional sterilization centers are effective but not economical for Iranian hospitals due to infrastructure and cost issues. This technology may suit clinics and outpatient centers.
Area of Science:
- Healthcare management
- Sterilization technologies
- Health economics
Background:
- Millions are spent annually on hospital sterilization centers.
- There's a need for cost-effective and efficient sterilization technologies in healthcare.
- Evaluating regional sterilization centers is crucial for optimizing resources.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the technology of regional sterilization centers.
- To assess the safety, effectiveness, and economic viability of off-site sterilization.
- To determine the feasibility of implementing this technology in Iran.
Main Methods:
- Systematic review of evidence on safety and effectiveness.
- Economic analysis comparing off-site and on-site sterilization costs.
- Global case study data collection on technology use.
- Evaluation of acceptance and implementation factors in Iran.
Main Results:
- The efficacy and effectiveness of regional sterilization technology are confirmed.
- The economic analysis indicates that off-site sterilization is not cost-effective in Iran.
- Implementation challenges include a shortage of necessary infrastructure.
Conclusions:
- Installing off-site sterilization technology in Iranian hospitals is currently not feasible due to infrastructure and economic constraints.
- Regional sterilization services can be a viable option for clinics and outpatient centers.
- Further economic evaluation and infrastructure development are needed for broader hospital adoption.
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