A Narrative Review: The Day-Case Surgery Model: Maximizing Efficiency, Safety, and Patient Satisfaction
Abstract
Background: The day-case (ambulatory) surgery model represents a cornerstone of modern healthcare delivery, shifting appropriate surgical procedures from inpatient to same-day discharge settings. This transition demands flawless system engineering and interdisciplinary coordination to ensure patient safety, optimize resource utilization, and maintain high satisfaction. Aim: This narrative review aims to synthesize current evidence on the operational, clinical, and human factors required for a successful day-case surgery program. It will analyze the integrated roles of pharmacy, surgery, nursing, radiology, laboratory, medical administration, and health security. Methods: A comprehensive literature search was conducted in PubMed, CINAHL, and Scopus (2010-2024) for peer-reviewed articles, reviews, and clinical guidelines about ambulatory surgery efficiency, safety protocols, and interdisciplinary coordination. Results: Success hinges on meticulous pre-operative optimization, standardized clinical pathways, and seamless intraoperative coordination. Critical elements include patient selection, procedure-specific analgesia, streamlined ancillary services, and rigorous discharge criteria managed by nursing. Administrative efficiency and robust infection control are foundational to system performance. Conclusion: The day-case model is a viable, safe, and cost-effective standard for numerous procedures. Its success is not serendipitous but the product of deliberate system design,…
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