Theatres

Examining perioperative factors in latex-allergic reactions (2026)

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Type of publication:

Journal article

Author(s):

*Patel, Ravi; *Parmar, Dilen; *Bhojwani, Ajay; Singh, Rohit; Nandra, Rajpal; Banerjee, Robin.

Citation:

Journal of Perioperative Practice. 36(3):106-109, 2026 Mar.

Abstract:

Despite the implementation of latex-free gloves, the issue of natural rubber latex hypersensitivity persists within medical practice, posing challenges for both patients and health care professionals. A comprehensive understanding of the demographic groups susceptible to this condition is essential, along with the establishment of robust perioperative assessment and management protocols aimed at minimising complications and enhancing safety. This article endeavours to delve into the intricacies of perioperative management concerning latex hypersensitivity among patients, while also elucidating its ramifications for health care practitioners.

DOI: 10.1177/17504589241311106

Hub Optimisation Week (2026)

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Type of publication:

Service improvement case study

Author(s):

*Rebekah Tudor

Citation:

SaTH Improvement Hub, June 2026

SMART Aim:

Improve elective theatre performance during GIRFT Optimisation Week (11–15 May 2026) by increasing cases per list, reducing cancellations to <4%, minimising delays in start times, and achieving >85% utilisation, while measuring additional patients treated.

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A Standardised approach to Theatre training (2024)

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Type of publication:

Service improvement case study

Author(s):

*Nicola Bell, *Andrew Hutchinson

Citation:

SaTH Improvement Hub, June 2024

SMART Aim:

To ensure a consistent approach to training for all non-medical clinical staff, (including Nurses, Nursing Associates, Assistant practitioners and HCA’s ) that are new to Theatres, that results in them being competent & effectively developed to safely work as a non-supernumery member of the team, within six
months of starting their new role.

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Health and Wellbeing (2022)

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Type of publication:
Service improvement case study

Author(s):
*Andrena Weston, *Lisa Baker-Murray, *Alison Mattey, *Steve Turner, *Claire Oborn, *Theatre Teams- RSH and PRH, *Sabeena Khanna

Citation:
SaTH Improvement Hub, June 2022

SMART Aim:
In order to improve the Health and Wellbeing, vacancy rates and reduce sickness within Theatres, a number of interventions were trialled.

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Endoscopic Ear Surgery and its impact on the operating theatre team (2016)

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Type of publication:
Conference abstract

Author(s):
Paramita Baruah and *Duncan Bowyer

Citation:
The Journal of Laryngology and Otology, Volume 130, Issue S3 (Abstracts for the 10th International Conference on Cholesteatoma). May 2016, pp. S154-S155

Link to more details or full-text: https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/journal-of-laryngology-and-otology/article/div-classtitleendoscopic-ear-surgery-and-its-impact-on-the-operating-theatre-teamdiv/9BC11266B24CA333FE8F8C24DB660A32#