Analysis of Time Utilization in the Operating Theater and Factors Contributing to Delays in Scheduled Surgeries
This study identifies avoidable factors contributing to discrepancies in procedure timing. Improved communication among surgeons, anesthesiologists, and nursing staff prior to surgeries could help mitigate delays.
Authors
- Ghina Awais
- Ihsan Ahmed
- Ghina Shamsi
- Lajpat Rai (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6060-2922)
- Aiman Aamir
- Sheeraz S Siddiqui
- Ali Naqi
- Nazia Lodhi
- Shahzad Asif
- Sidra Gulzar
Institutions
- Wrexham Maelor Hospital (GB)
- Indus Hospital (PK)
- Shifa International Hospital (PK)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Cureus
- Published
- 2025-05-07
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.7759/cureus.83671
- Primary Topic
- Healthcare Operations and Scheduling Optimization
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00
Funders
- Indus Hospital