Noise pollution in the OR, who should take the lead?
Broeders, I.A.M.J.
Nederlands Tijdschrift Voor Geneeskunde 158: A7397
2014
ISSN/ISBN: 1876-8784 PMID: 24518850 Document Number: 675891
This commentary discusses the article by Engelmann on noise reduction in the OR. The investigators managed to reduce average noise levels by 5%, with a > 50% reduction in peak levels. This led to a reduction in overall complications, and promoted working satisfaction. The author of the commentary calls for awareness, and puts the surgeon in the lead in controlling noise and music in order to guarantee optimal patient safety and to stimulate working satisfaction.