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CONTENTS VOLUME 16 ISSUE 3 CSJ THE CLINICAL SERVICES JOURNAL FEATURES 15 Warming can improve patient outcomes
Kate Woodhead RGN DMS provides an insight into the latest evidence and guidance on patient warming to improve outcomes following surgery.
20 Warnings over increasing pressures on the NHS
As the NHS faces unprecedented pressures, concerns have been raised that hospital-acquired infections will rise and patient safety will be compromised.
24 Speeding innovation adoption in the NHS
The Accelerated Access Review final report, commissioned by the Government, has outlined a number of key recommendations to improve the adoption of innovation in the NHS.
29 Social care funding gap puts pressure on A&E
Adult social care is reported to be facing a £1.9 billion funding gap in 2017. A number of organisations have highlighted an urgent need for increased funding in order to relieve the pressure on health services.
33 Threat of consolidation ‘not the answer’
Paul Lindsell, from MindMetre Research, argues against the case for consolidation and calls for increased investment.
48 The value of patient empowerment
Chris Barker, CEO of Spirit Healthcare, discusses how the latest report from NHS England aims to put people and communities at the heart of health and wellbeing
51 Lung cancer report shows rise in survival
The latest figures show that lung cancer survival is improving, but there is still work to be done to ensure that all lung cancer patients receive a high standard of care across the country.
56 Device decontamination and wipe compatibility
Karen Wares, deputy clinical director, GAMA Healthcare, comments on the importance of medical device and wipe compatibility, and offers some guidance on selection.
60 Tackling the problem of pressure ulcers
A new consensus document published by the World Union of Wound Healing Societies (WUWHS) has highlighted the important role of dressings in pressure ulcer prevention.
64 The benefits of body composition analysis 37 Delivering integrated and sustainable services
The Clinical Services Journal looks at the challenges and priorities that must be addressed to achieve more integrated, effective and sustainable care, as outlined by the NHS Confederation.
41 The impact of robotics on neurosurgery
Stuart Campbell, clinical sales development manager of the neurological products division at Renishaw, discusses key trends in the use of robotics in neurosurgery.
Michael Johannes Maisch MD argues the case for low-cost, easy-to-use screening tools that can assess body composition accurately for the benefit of cancer patients.
68 Effective management of rigid endocopes
County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust recently trialled an automated testing unit to check the integrity of rigid endoscopes, which has helped to enhance patient safety.
44 How surgical drapes help to reduce SSI risk
Suzanne Callander finds out how the use of incise drapes can help reduce the risk of infection.
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6 Cover Story: The evolution of patient warming
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