Operating room (OR) requirements

European Journal of Trauma and Emergency Surgery, vol. 51, pp. 135

Abstract

The International Health Facility Guidelines 2023 provide critical recommendations for operating room (OR) design and management, addressing layout, equipment specifications, and safety protocols. By adhering to these guidelines, healthcare facilities can ensure optimal conditions for surgical procedures, minimise risks to patients and staff, and enhance overall efficiency. These recommendations serve as a vital resource for healthcare administrators, architects, and medical personnel, facilitating high-quality surgical care and improved outcomes for trauma patients.

Authors 3

1. Roman Pfeifer

   University Hospital Zurich

   Affiliation as printed

   Department for Traumatology, University Hospital Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland

2. Frank Hildebrand corresponding Aachen Department of Orthopaedics, Trauma and Reconstructive Surgery

   RWTH Aachen University

   Affiliation as printed

   Department of Orthopaedics, Trauma and Reconstructive Surgery, RWTH Aachen University, Aachen, Germany. fhildebrand@ukaachen.de

   Department of Orthopaedics, Trauma and Reconstructive Surgery, RWTH Aachen University, Aachen, Germany

3. Sascha Halvachizadeh

   University Hospital Zurich

   Affiliation as printed

   Department for Traumatology, University Hospital Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland