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. 1998 Mar 26;108(5597):30-1.

Care pathways. Paving the way

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  • PMID: 10177611

Care pathways. Paving the way

K Riley. Health Serv J. .

Abstract

Care pathways are most commonly used in acute trusts and private hospitals, according to a survey by the National Pathway Association. Orthopaedics is the specialty most likely to employ pathways, followed by surgery, medicine and care of elderly people. A third of respondents found the tool helped control costs, but a similar number found it did not. Setting and implementing standards of care and improving communication between staff are the most commonly reported benefits of using care pathways.

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