Guidelines for pediatric perioperative care during short-term plastic reconstructive surgical projects in less developed nations.

摘要

Many physicians, nurses, and other health care providers are involved in short-term plastic/ reconstructive surgical care of children in the less developed world. They provide an enormously important service to children that otherwise might not receive surgical care. Care may involve a variety of procedures ranging from cleft lip repair to complex craniofacial reconstruction. Regardless of the type of care, the overriding goal should always be the safety of the child. Patient safety can be optimized by careful selection of patients, facilities, and procedures, by ensuring the availability of proper equipment and staffing, and by close coordination with host professionals and officials. As with care in the developed world, preparation and planning are crucial to the provision of high-quality care in the developing world.