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Current HIECSW Projects Reducing length of stay for transurethral surgery
Using a combination of service redesign and new technology, evidence suggests that we can reduce our length of stay for TURP and TURBT from 3-4 days to 1-2 days.
Reducing mortality, complications and length of stay for the elderly patient undergoing emergency abdominal surgery.
We will use improvement methodology; measurement of patient risk, a surgical patient bundle, segmentation of the care pathway and targeted post-operative care to reduce complications or improve their detection and management.
Improved Treatment and Management of Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) in Cornwall and Isles of Scilly
Using technology to assist with reducing hospital admissions for people with UTI
The Use of Telehealth to Manage Patients with Long Term Conditions - Pro-active case management of vulnerable older people with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) and Heart Failure (HF)
To support the domiciliary management of the patients with COPD and heart failure in Dorset, Bournemouth and Poole, by enabling patients to monitor their condition, using telehealth equipment.
One-stop Day Case elective surgery: safe efficient elective treatment eliminating the unnecessary steps and costs.
To standardise a one-stop day case pattern of elective surgery. This means that patients with a range of conditions requiring operation are fully assessed and treated at a single hospital visit. The project will focus on hernia and gallbladder surgery as exemplars.
Supporting the integrated care of patients across the community (health system) using COPD as an examplar.
To demonstrate the potential of improved information to support an integrated response to the patient enabling greater self control and more effective and efficient intervention from local health services.
Virtual Community Ward Project
To provide care when patients urgently need it, treating them as a whole, working as one to keep them safe at home, or close to home.
Neighbourhood Health Watch
The project will adopt and adapt the principles and processes of Neighbourhood Watch from the criminal justice system and apply it to healthcare as Neighbourhood Health Watch.
Understanding self management and regeneration of quality of life as the next stage post cancer treatment with implementation of a programme of support run by psychology, nurse specialists and patient volunteers.
Redesign of follow-up care for patients with cancer under surveillance which meets needs of patients, organisation and health community that is patient centred, improves experience and is cost effective.
HYDRATION - Micro Bore Pliable Drinking Straw – MBPDS
A simple tube-based device enabling patients to safely and independently drink, in a semi-prone recumbent position, requiring minimum assistance. Supports dignity and patient wellbeing, by restoring ease of drinking.
Evaluation of the impact of BIS monitoring for repair of fractured neck of femur on post-operative outcomes.
Trial to assess the effectiveness of bispectral index monitoring during general anaesthesia for repair of fractured neck of femur in reducing morbidity, mortality and length of hospital stay.
Manufacture of a guidance device for episiotomies
Epimark device
HALO therapy for the treatment of Dysplastic Barrett’s Oesophagus
Radiofrequency ablation for Dysplastic Barrett’s Oesophagus
Improving the referral process for allergy in Devon and Cornwall: pilot study
This project will pilot innovative online education and support for GPs to reduce inappropriate referrals and ensure appropriate treatment for undiagnosed and untreated allergy.
Modified Air Mattress for Frail Elderly Patients & Immobile Patients
Air mattresses are recommended for frail and immobile patients with grade 3 /4 pressure sores. In the semi recumbent position these patients often slide down the air mattress exacerbating their pressure sores. A relative minor air cell modification may overcome this problem
Nutrition Education and Training for Health Professionals in Cancer Care
Cancer survivors look to health professionals for accurate and authoritative advice on food, health and nutrition. High quality education and training is needed for health professionals to meet this need
Patient Minder
This project seeks to reduce length of stay in hospital by improved treatment of pressure ulcers that cost the NHS between £1.4 to £2.1 billion annually (4% of annual expenditure)
Pulpit – Patient transfer device
Pulpit - enables patients with impaired mobility to transfer unaided from wheelchair to a toilet or chair. It supports independent living, dignity and well being, by restoring ease of use.
Using Peri-operative Side stream Dark field imaging of intestinal mucosal and sublingual capillary b
Specialised monitoring to guide fluid therapy for major colorectal surgery greatly improves length of stay. We think this is due to better blood flow so the gut recovers faster
Improving Quality and Consistency in Perinatal Mental Health Care
The first collaboration between specialists in perinatal mental health, midwives and women with lived experience to produce a web based training package to improve the quality and reduce inconsistency of care and prevent unnecessary admissions.
Diabetic Pen Station - user independence aid
People with impaired sight or dexterity find Insulin Pens difficult to use, and need care staff to assist at home for daily pen use. “Pen Station” makes patients self-sufficient.
Magnetic cable management strap for use under hospital beds
There is no satisfactory means to stop electric cables for equipment on hospital beds trailing on ward floors, - causing safety & infection control issues. This device solves the problem.
Personal device to manage the distressing Rectocele condition
Rectocele – a form of female pelvic floor prolapse. The rectum herniates through a vaginal tissue-wall tear, obstructing bowel emptying. This vaginal device enables women to re-align the rectum for voiding.
Improving the management of pain in children who attend Emergency Departments and Minor Injuries Units in Devon and Cornwall
Local audit data demonstrates that paediatric pain is poorly assessed and inadequately managed in Emergency Departments and Minor Injuries Units; simple evidence-based interventions will be implemented using change management strategies.
Opportunistic Wellbeing Interventions Training
Developing innovative ways of engaging support staff in a variety of settings to facilitate people to improve their emotional, social & psychological wellbeing using evidence based positive psychology interventions.
Pilot Innovation study into the introduction of an advanced patient specific cutting block for total knee replacements based on preoperative MRI/CT scans
A novel technique to improve the accuracy and precision of total knee replacements by building an advanced patient specific cutting block based on preoperative MRI/CT scans.
Pilot od nurse led telephone monoclonal gammopathy clinic
Directly accessible haematology service from the comfort of your own home.
Using IT to help GPs Implement Evidence Based Guidelines
Information entered in the patient record generates onscreen prompts linking to the latest evidence based guidance speeding up consultation, ensuring best practice, and helping to avoid unnecessary hospital admissions.
www.bristolheartrhythm.com
Bristol heart rhythm aims to provide a novel, comprehensive, easily-accessible online resource for patients, carers and healthcare professionals to improve knowledge of heart rhythm disorders, treatment options, referral processes and support networks.
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