Hospitals study ways to cut surgery delays and cancellations

NCT ID NCT02525406

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looks at over 9,000 surgeries to find out what makes operating rooms more productive. Researchers are examining how a surgeon's experience, patient details, and pre-surgery testing affect how long surgeries take and whether they get delayed or canceled. The goal is to help hospitals run more efficiently and improve patient care.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to

If successful, this could help hospitals schedule surgeries more efficiently and reduce delays and cancellations.

What could go wrong

This is an observational study using past data, so it cannot prove cause and effect. Results may not apply to all hospitals.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University of Toledo

    Toledo, Ohio, 43614, United States