The 2023 update to the AORN Minimally Invasive Surgery Guideline introduced significant changes to enhance patient safety and improve perioperative care. Here are some of the key highlights:   

Preoperative Assessment

Enhanced patient assessment: The guideline emphasizes a more comprehensive preoperative assessment to identify potential risks and complications associated with minimally invasive surgery (MIS).   

Fluid deficit thresholds: New recommendations focus on determining patient-specific maximum hysteroscopic fluid deficit thresholds to prevent complications.   

Collaboration and Communication

Team-based approach: The updated guideline promotes a collaborative approach among perioperative team members to improve communication and efficiency.   

Robotic-assisted procedures: Specific recommendations address communication and workflow processes for robotic-assisted procedures.   
Emergency preparedness: The guideline includes guidance on preparing for potential conversions to open procedures and other emergencies.   

Safety and Technology

MRI safety: New recommendations focus on MRI safety for patients undergoing MIS procedures.   

Flexible endoscopes: Updated recommendations address the sterilization and handling of flexible endoscopes to reduce the risk of infection.   
Robotics and technology: The guideline incorporates advancements in robotics and other technologies to optimize patient care and outcomes. 

Purchase the guideline book at https://info.aorn.org/2024-guidelines-for-perioperative-practice-book-sale.html.

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