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Emergency workload in otolaryngology

N R Bleach1, P A Williamson, S M Mady

  • 1Department of ENT Surgery, Charing Cross Hospital, London.

Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England
|September 1, 1994
PubMed
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This audit reveals that otolaryngology (ENT) emergencies are a significant workload in district hospitals, with over a quarter of patients needing specialist surgical care. Many cases, particularly in children, could be managed non-operatively, impacting hospital resources.

Area of Science:

  • Otolaryngology
  • Emergency Medicine
  • Hospital Management

Background:

  • The otolaryngology (ENT) emergency workload in district general hospitals requires detailed analysis.
  • Understanding referral patterns and management needs is crucial for resource allocation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To prospectively audit the ENT emergency workload over a 6-month period.
  • To quantify the demand for specialist ENT surgical intervention and identify patient demographics.

Main Methods:

  • A prospective audit of all ENT referrals over 6 months.
  • Data collection included patient age, referral source, diagnosis, management, and admission status.
  • Analysis of the proportion of cases requiring post-fellowship ENT surgeon intervention and operative procedures.

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Main Results:

  • 742 cases were referred; 26% were children. 69% of referrals originated from the accident and emergency department.
  • 40% were discharged, and 27% followed up as outpatients, but 28% required specialist ENT surgeon management.
  • 31% of patients were admitted, with 46% of these requiring general anaesthesia for surgery. ENT emergencies constituted 24% of new referrals, 20% of admissions, and 10% of surgical procedures.

Conclusions:

  • ENT emergencies represent a substantial component of district general hospital workload, impacting referral numbers, admissions, and surgical procedures.
  • While many cases are minor, a significant proportion requires advanced ENT surgical expertise, highlighting the need for appropriate staffing and resources.
  • Further analysis could optimize the management of pediatric ENT emergencies and streamline non-operative care pathways.