⏱️ Operative Time Metrics
Operative time metrics are standardized time intervals recorded during surgical procedures. They are used to evaluate efficiency, workflow, and resource utilization in the operating room.
✅ Common Metrics
| Metric | Description |
|---|---|
| Skin-to-skin time | Time from initial incision to final closure |
| Total OR time | From patient entry to exit from the operating room |
| Setup time | Includes patient positioning, draping, and equipment preparation |
| Anesthesia time | From anesthesia induction to emergence/extubation |
| Robot docking time | Specific to robotic surgery; time to align and prepare robotic system |
| Intraoperative imaging time | Time dedicated to CT, MRI, or fluoroscopy during the procedure |
| Procedure-specific steps | Time for key tasks (e.g., burr hole to DBS lead fixation) |
📌 Applications
- Compare techniques (e.g., frame-based vs. frameless DBS)
- Track impact of new technology or workflow optimization
- Identify causes of OR delays or prolonged procedures
- Justify resource allocation and efficiency audits
⚠️ Notes
- All times should be recorded using synchronized time points
- Ensure consistency across teams and procedures