Optimization of care for the pediatric surgical patient: Why now?

Semin Pediatr Surg. 2015 Dec;24(6):311-4. doi: 10.1053/j.sempedsurg.2015.08.010.

Abstract

In 2015, the American College of Surgeons (ACS) has begun to verify hospitals and ambulatory centers which meet consensus based optimal resource standards as "Children׳s Surgical Centers." The intent is to identify children-specific resources available within an institution and using a stratification system similar to the ACS Trauma Program match these to the needs of infants and children with surgical problems. This review briefly summarizes the history, supporting data and processes which drove this initiative.

Keywords: Children; Infant; Optimization; Outcomes; Regionalization; Surgery.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Attitude of Health Personnel
  • Child
  • Hospitals, Pediatric / standards*
  • Humans
  • Infant
  • Patient Safety / standards*
  • Pediatrics / standards*
  • Quality Improvement / organization & administration*
  • Specialties, Surgical / standards*
  • Surgicenters / standards*
  • United States