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SEVE project (Surgical Expertise Validity Evaluation) risk adjusted quality by standard data.
Daniel Casanova1, Vassilios Papalois2
1University of Cantabria, Santander, Spain.
Cirugia Espanola
|April 27, 2021
Summary
The SEVE project developed an online tool to evaluate surgical complications. This benchmarking tool sets a reference for optimal surgical outcomes in clinical practice.
Area of Science:
- Medical Education
- Surgical Quality Improvement
- Health Informatics
Background:
- Surgical complication evaluation is crucial for patient safety and quality improvement.
- Benchmarking provides a standard for assessing and enhancing surgical performance.
- Existing methods for evaluating surgical expertise and outcomes can be improved.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop a model for evaluating surgical complications.
- To create an online application for surgical expertise validity evaluation (SEVE).
- To establish a benchmark for optimal surgical results in various interventions.
Main Methods:
- Collaborative development between the Spanish Association of Surgeons (AEC) and the European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) Section of Surgery.
- Creation of a novel online application for data input and analysis.
- Implementation of a benchmarking system based on identified optimal surgical outcomes.
Main Results:
- A functional online application for surgical complication assessment is available.
- The SEVE project provides a framework for objective surgical performance evaluation.
- Initial data suggests the potential for significant improvements in surgical practice through benchmarking.
Conclusions:
- The SEVE project offers a valuable tool for enhancing surgical quality and patient safety.
- Benchmarking surgical outcomes through the SEVE application can guide clinical practice.
- Continued development and adoption of the SEVE model are recommended for widespread impact.
Keywords:
BenchmarkingComparación de resultadosControl de calidad en cirugíaEvaluaciónEvaluationQuality control in surgeryRiesgo quirúrgicoSurgical riskMore Related Videos
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