The Australian & New Zealand journal of obstetrics & gynaecology
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Aust N Z J Obstet Gynaecol · Feb 2014
Looking for the second patient: current practice and opinion on pre-operative pregnancy testing in Western Australia.
To determine current hospital practices and the opinions of senior health professionals working in Western Australian (WA) hospitals performing gynaecological procedures regarding pre-operative pregnancy testing. ⋯ There are inconsistent processes of pre-operative assessment of pregnancy status in WA hospitals performing gynaecological surgery potentially resulting in adverse incidents. The majority of senior clinical staff surveyed supported routine pre-operative testing and the need for national or statewide guidelines.
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Aust N Z J Obstet Gynaecol · Feb 2014
Can the use of quality assurance tools reduce the impact of surgical complications on the well-being of obstetricians and gynaecologists in Australia and New Zealand?
While adverse events primarily affect the patient, surgeons involved can also experience considerable distress. ⋯ Surgical complications have a significant impact on the well-being of Australian and New Zealand obstetricians and gynaecologists. Existing support comes from colleagues and family, but structured, unbiased support for surgeons from a professional source is urgently warranted.