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    Postoperative care for Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) patients can be safely moved from the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) to a medical-surgical floor. This transition reduces ICU utilization without increasing readmissions, improving patient care pathways.

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    Area of Science:

    • Neurosurgery
    • Critical Care Medicine
    • Healthcare Management

    Background:

    • Traditionally, patients undergoing Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) surgery were admitted to the Intensive Care Unit (ICU).
    • DBS patients often exhibit rapid recovery, not requiring intensive levels of care.
    • An opportunity was identified to optimize postoperative care by transitioning DBS patients from the ICU to a general care floor.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the feasibility and safety of managing postoperative Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) patients on a medical-surgical unit.
    • To assess the impact of shifting DBS postoperative care from the ICU to a lower level of care.

    Main Methods:

    • Development of a protocol involving key stakeholders to transition DBS patients.
    • Retrospective chart review comparing outcomes of 41 patients admitted to ICU vs. 22 patients admitted to a medical-surgical unit post-DBS.
    • Analysis of patient outcomes and key performance metrics.

    Main Results:

    • Significant reduction in ICU utilization for postoperative DBS patients.
    • Only 14% of patients in the post-implementation group required ICU admission due to comorbidities (P < .0001).
    • Shorter length of stay observed without an increase in readmission rates.

    Conclusions:

    • Postoperative DBS patients can be safely managed on a medical-surgical unit.
    • The implemented care pathway facilitates a safe transition, potentially reducing healthcare costs.
    • Further research is recommended to explore financial implications and broader patient demographics.