Study on the application of multimedia technology in the tracing system of laparoscopic instruments

ObjectiveThis study used multimedia technology to add component diagrams and video functions to the endoscopic instrument traceability system to explore its application effect in endoscopic instrument management.MethodsThe 134,081 laparoscopic instruments and 24,091 laparoscopic instrument packages used and disposed of in the hospital from January to December 2020 were set as the control group. The 134 261 laparoscopic instruments and 24 141 laparoscopic instrument packages with the application of multimedia technology in the tracing system from April to March 2021 were set as the experimental group. The unqualified rates of instrument recycling, cleaning, and packaging were compared before and after the application of multimedia technology to the tracing system, and the work satisfaction of the staff of the laparoscopic sector, the operating room staff, and the interns was investigated.ResultsAfter multimedia technology was applied in the tracing system, the unqualified rate of instrument recycling was reduced from 0.35% to 0.04%, the unqualified rate of cleaning was decreased from 1.0% to 0.43%, and the unqualified rate of packaging was dropped from 0.56% to 0.19%; the difference between the control group and the experimental group was statistically significant (P<0.001). Work satisfaction was increased from 96% to 100%, with a statistically significant difference between before and after the application (P<0.05).ConclusionAdding component diagrams and videos to the laparoscopic instrument tracing system through multimedia technology can effectively improve the quality of instrument recycling, cleaning, and packaging, increase the staff's work satisfaction and efficiency, and enhance the centralized management of laparoscopic instruments, which is thus worth promoting and applying.