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Technology assessment and cost management

J I Pfister, S H Hicks

    Seminars in Perioperative Nursing
    |July 1, 1993
    PubMed
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    Assessing surgical equipment costs is vital for healthcare services. Careful analysis of purchasing, leasing, and technology updates is essential for managing expenses and environmental impact.

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    Area of Science:

    • Healthcare Management
    • Surgical Technology
    • Cost Analysis

    Background:

    • Endoscopic, less-invasive surgery is transforming healthcare delivery.
    • Rapid advancements in video technology necessitate frequent equipment updates.
    • Financial and environmental considerations are critical for surgical services.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To highlight the importance of financial assessment in surgical services.
    • To discuss the challenges associated with rapidly evolving surgical technology.
    • To analyze the hidden costs of reusable versus disposable surgical instrumentation.

    Main Methods:

    • In-depth analysis of institutional needs.
    • Evaluation of current and future surgical technology.
    • Assessment of costs related to purchasing, leasing, and disposables.

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    Main Results:

    • Surgical equipment purchasing and leasing require skilled financial assessment.
    • Fast-changing video technology leads to obsolescence and increased educational costs.
    • Reusable instruments have hidden costs, while disposables pose waste management issues.

    Conclusions:

    • Effective cost management in less-invasive surgery demands thorough analysis of institutional needs and technological trends.
    • Balancing initial investment, ongoing costs, and environmental impact is crucial for surgical service success.
    • Strategic planning for technology acquisition and instrument utilization is necessary.