Behind The Knife: The Surgery Podcast Clinical Challenges in Emergency General Surgery: Acute Care Surgery Complications
Nov 28, 2024
Dive into the emotional rollercoaster of surgeons facing complications in acute care surgery. Discover how personal experiences shape their journeys and the transformative impact of peer coaching. Explore the importance of mental health support in surgical teams and the barriers that prevent open discussions about mistakes. The conversation emphasizes fostering a supportive culture, sharing experiences, and improving surgical practices to enhance both outcomes and surgeon wellness. It's a candid look at the human side of surgery.
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Complications and Surgeons
- Complications are inevitable in acute care surgery, impacting surgeons emotionally.
- Openly discussing complications is becoming less taboo, but it's still challenging.
Bile Duct Injuries
- Bile duct injuries happen to surgeons of all experience levels.
- A study highlighted this, with surgeons' experience ranging from 2 to 24 years.
Managing Complications
- Defer to expert colleagues for complex cases or complications.
- Establish a standardized protocol for managing specific complications like bile duct injuries.