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Improving quality and patient Safety in surgical care through Standardisation and harmonisation of perioperative care in Europe
- Call
- HORIZON-HLTH-2021-CARE-05
- Principal investigator
- Eva Romero
- Role
- Participant
- Year
- 2022
The European Commission estimates that 8% to 12% of patients admitted to hospitals in the EU suffer adverse events, many following surgical procedures. The results can be devastating in terms of loss of life and possible long-term disability.
When considering surgical safety, we must consider that a patient's journey starts weeks, sometimes months, before the actual procedure takes place, and it continues after discharge. Studies have shown that 53% to 70% of adverse events occur outside the operating room. It is within this context that SAFEST will strive to address patient safety during the complete perioperative journey.