Wound debridement is a procedure to remove necrotic (dead) tissue and other debris from a wound to promote healing. Debridement is a naturally occurring process, but in some cases, it may need to be facilitated by a healthcare provider. Debridement is used to treat a variety of wounds, including...
Transesophageal echocardiography (TEE) is an ultrasound technique that uses sound waves to visualize the cardiovascular system. The procedure uses a flexible tube with an imaging transducer, guided down a patient’s throat, to produce real-time images of the heart in action. In essence, a TEE...
Robotically assisted minimally invasive mitral valve surgery is a cardiothoracic procedure performed using a computer-enhanced robotic surgical system. Mitral valve surgery may be required for a variety of reasons, including mitral regurgitation (a backflow of blood into the left atrium caused...
Gastrointestinal (GI) endoscopy is a minimally invasive procedure in which the physician uses an endoscope that has a light and a camera, allowing for a color view of the digestive tract. Air is pumped through the endoscope to allow for better viewing. Many procedures are classified as GI...
Cesarean section (C-section) is the surgical delivery of a baby through incisions in a patient’s abdomen and uterus. C-sections may be elective, but more often are performed because of potential health risks to the patient or child. Despite lingering inconsistencies regarding the privileging of...
Bariatric surgery describes any procedure that helps promote weight loss in severely obese patients who are unable to lose weight using traditional methods or who suffer from serious obesity-related health problems. The operation restricts food intake and, in some procedures, interrupts the...
According to The Joint Commission (TJC) and the American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA), moderate sedation (sometimes referred to as conscious sedation) is a drug-induced depression of consciousness during which patients respond purposefully to verbal commands, either alone or accompanied by...
CMS survey data from 2024 paints a clear picture for ambulatory surgery centers (ASC) on what to look out for: Persistent gaps in infection...Read More »
Your organization should assess bylaws on an annual basis and whenever a regulatory body introduces a new standard or makes changes to an existing...Read More »
Healthcare providers often find themselves on the receiving end of verbal, emotional, or physical abuse at work. Despite making up only 10% of the...Read More »
