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The importance of effectively managing swabs
Following the publication of the HSSIB report, Tracey Pavier-Grant describes how an effective risk management strategy for the disposal of swabs can help prevent Never Events and provide surgical teams with peace of mind.
Risk of surgical swabs being left inside patients
The Health Services Safety Investigations Body (HSSIB) investigated the risk of unintentional ‘retained’ swabs after invasive procedures, having examined the case of a patient who had two swabs left in her chest, following serious heart surgery.
Martha’s Rule: implementation and key priorities
The Westminster Health Forum recently brought together stakeholders, clinical leaders and policymakers to discuss the implementation of Martha’s Rule, which aims to provide patients, families, carers and staff with 24/7 access to a rapid review, from a separate critical care team, when concerns arise about a patient’s deteriorating condition....
Driving patient and workforce safety
In the complex and ever-evolving landscape of healthcare, the emphasis on patient and healthcare worker safety has become increasingly paramount. September’s World Patient Safety Day serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of these issues. To mark this occasion, we delve into the work of the Association of British HealthTech Industries...
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The AfPP Roadshow - London
Cavendish Conference Centre, London
14th September 2024
Clinical Engineering Conference
Radisson Blu Stansted Hotel
17th September 2024
Infection Prevention 2024
ICC Birmingham
23rd - 25th September 2024
Future Surgery
ExCeL London
1st - 2nd October 2024
British Infection Association Autumn Trainees Meeting 2024
Showroom Workstation, Sheffield
3rd October 2024
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TBA, Glasgow
5th October 2024
