Abstract
In this document, a specific priority-setting system for patients on waiting lists for spine or spinal fusion elective surgery is covered. The development of this system is based on the existing systems designed by CAHIAQ for hip and knee arthroplasties and cataract procedures.
Objectives: the objective of this study is to develop an specific and explicit system to prioritise patients on waiting list for spinal fusion elective surgery in the public healthcare service of Catalonia.
Methodology: The methodologies employed were: 1) qualitative research techniques such as discussion and consensus with patients and family members, and with clinical experts; 2) searches and review of specialized information sources.
Keywords
Prioritization of patients; Waiting lists; Elective Spine Surgery; Spinal fusion
Bibliographic citation
Adam P, Alomar S, Espallargues-Carreras M, Herdman M, Sanz L. Priorització de pacients en llista d’espera per a cirurgia electiva de raquis o fusió vertebral. Barcelona: Agència d’Informació, Avaluació i Qualitat en Salut; 2011.
Audience
Professionals
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