Open AccessIntegration in Operation Theater: Need of the Hour
Author(s) -
Shakti Gupta,
S Kant,
Vijaydeep Siddharth
Publication year - 2015
Publication title -
international journal of research foundation of hospital and healthcare administration
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
eISSN - 2347-4602
pISSN - 2347-4254
DOI - 10.5005/jp-journals-10035-1048
Subject(s) - videoconferencing , robotics , system integration , computer science , workspace , multimedia , teleconference , telemedicine , robot , telecommunications , human–computer interaction , health care , artificial intelligence , operating system , economics , economic growth
Integration in operation theater (OT) usually refers to systems integration, which means functionally connecting the OT environment. It includes integration of patient information system, audio, video, surgical lights and room lights, building automation (HVAC), medical equipment, telemedicine, videoconferencing, etc. When integrated, all technology can be manipulated from a central command console by single operator. Integration in OT holds the key for effective application of minimally invasive surgery, robotic surgery and functioning of hybrid OT. Apart from the conventional planning team for an OT, bringing on board an IT professional is a must for planning IT requirements. Integration in OT requires 15% more space than the conventional OT in order to accommodate the IT gadgets, i.e. walk-in technology room that would house teleconferencing and A/V equipment, blade-server computers, fiberoptic network electronics, teleconferencing and video conferencing equipment, audio-visual racks, etc. the level of integration can vary within an OT depending upon the user requirement. Space requirement for a general I-OT is about 60 m2, a cardiovascular I-OT or one that includes robotics may come up to 80 m2 or more, and I-OT with in-room imaging equipment requires at least 100 m2. Integration in OT not only increases the efficiency and patient safety in delivery of healthcare but can significantly increase efficiency and effectiveness both in teaching and research. How to cite this article Siddharth V, Kant S, Chandrashekhar R, Gupta SK. Integration in Operation Theater: Need of the Hour. Int J Res Foundation Hosp Healthc Adm 2015;3(2):123-128.