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This is a Retrospective Study study.

WTP8.05 Same day cancellation of elective surgeries in a district general hospital

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Retrospective study documents 113 same day cancellations in elective surgeries, highlighting common reasons and implications for theatre time.

A significant number of 113 same day cancellations were noted, primarily for elective surgeries.
Of the cancellations, 91% were related to general surgery, while 9% were due to vascular and colorectal surgeries.
Patient cancellations accounted for 28% of the total, indicating a substantial influence on scheduling.
The findings emphasize the need for a reserve waiting list to minimize unused theatre time and improve efficiency.

Ahmad et al. (2025) studied this question.

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Retrospective study documents 113 same day cancellations in elective surgeries, highlighting common reasons and implications for theatre time.