Three things are vital to delivering an efficient operating theatre: Effective protocols and procedures. A functional and supportive team. The right equipment. In this post, we’ll discuss the must-have equipment for any operating theatre. Why Does Equipment Make a Difference in Operating Theatres? Obviously, all operating theatre procedures depend upon specialist surgical equipment. You need […]
The 2023 Future Surgery Show takes place 14 – 15 November 2023 at ExCeL, London. Expect two dedicated days of CPD accredited professional development, along with dozens of exhibitors demonstrating the latest in surgical innovations. Cairn Technology will once again be exhibiting at Future Surgery. Visit us on Stand N80 to view our diverse range […]
We recently put together a guide to the different types of surgical instruments, and their common applications. In this post we’ll take a closer look at the different types of surgical forceps, which are mainly used to grab and manipulate tissue during procedures. Please note that different hospitals and surgical teams might use slightly different […]
Clostridium Difficile Infections (CDIs) are among the most common hospital acquired infections. In this post we’ll discuss what C. difficile is and how it spreads. We’ll then explore how robust cleaning protocols and procedures can help you manage a C. diff outbreak. What is C. difficile? Clostridium difficile is a type of bacteria which usually […]
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In this post, we’ll take a closer look at how this legislation relates to infection prevention and control in care homes. Relevant Legislation for Care Homes If you manage a care home, you have a legal obligation to implement stringent infection prevention and control policies and procedures. The Health and Social Care Act 2008 gives […]
Just like any other healthcare setting, dental surgeries need to adopt numerous infection prevention and control measures. Key to this is understanding the key sources of infection, and the means by which infections might spread. Key Sources of Infection in Dental Practices Communicable diseases usually spread via direct contact with a person carrying the infection. […]
In a healthcare setting, “environmental decontamination” refers to the process of thoroughly cleaning surfaces as part of effective infection prevention and control. In this post we’ll discuss the various stages of environmental decontamination in hospitals and healthcare settings and explain when these should be implemented. The Role of Environmental Decontamination in Infection Prevention and Control […]
In this post we’ll discuss how infections spread in hospitals and explore some ways you can prevent and control infections in your hospital. Ways Infections Spread in Hospitals Most hospital-acquired infections (HAIs) spread in one of two ways: As a result of treatment. From person-to-person, or via another communicable disease vector (pathogens on a surface, […]
All healthcare services in the UK are currently facing a number of serious, ongoing issues. Staff shortages and industrial action have resulted in long ambulance waiting times, and there have also been reports of scores of dentists leaving the NHS. The veterinary sector has faced similar challenges. In this post we’ll discuss the 2023 vet […]