High-intensity theatre (HIT) lists to tackle the elective surgery backlog

High intensity theatre (HIT) lists are an efficient and effective measure to tackle elective surgery backlogs without compromising outcomes and safety compared with traditional elective lists. A recent pilot trial in standard and complex urological surgery at a tertiary hospital in the UK proved successful for both the patients and the staff involved.

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High intensity theatre (HIT) lists are a successful and efficient measure to address elective surgery backlogs, without compromising outcomes and safety. A recent pilot trial in the UK, focusing on standard and complex urological surgery, proved successful for both patients and staff involved.