Errors typically happen in conditions with uncertainty and distractions
  • Increased bleeding
  • Procedure complicated and prolonged
  • Out of hours
  • Change of teams
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The process relies on counting them before and after the procedure

 
Counting is subject to
confirmation bias and human error
When a surgical item was accidentally left in, 
88% of the times the counts were thought to be correct (falsely, of course)*
* Research by WHO check pioneer  Dr Atul Gawande
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We reckon we will need about 10 before we have the final thing......

 

Why do surgical swabs still get left in unintentionally ?
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If one uses loose swabs, one is likely to lose swabs

Ensure   Correct   Counts

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Device shows green when  swabs plugged in 
We can't reveal a lot at present....
A simple cost-effective design solution is on its way 
When clinical studies start, we will tell you ...
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Make the right way -  the easiest way
Makes the process structured
Adds that discipline to make it work

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