Preoperative preparation

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Preoperative care refers to the care and preparation given to a patient before undergoing surgery or a medical procedure. The goal of preoperative care is to ensure that the patient is healthy enough to undergo the procedure and that they are mentally and physically prepared for the experience

While length of stay is a commonly used metric, it is not always an accurate indicator of quality of care. Longer stays are not necessarily associated with lower rates of unplanned hospital readmissions, suggesting that patient characteristics and postoperative complications are more reliable predictors of hospital outcomes. Therefore, efficient preoperative preparation and post-surgical management are essential in optimizing patient recovery and minimizing unnecessary hospital stays.