day‑of‑surgery cancellations

day‑of‑surgery cancellations

Elective Surgery vs Cancel Culture: 3 Hidden Triggers

Elective Surgery vs Cancel Culture: 3 Hidden Triggers The three hidden triggers behind day-of-surgery cancellations are staffing shortages, bed capacity limits, and operational bottlenecks. In 2023, 18% of scheduled knee-replacement procedures were cancelled on the day, costing the NHS £30 million and adding 1,200 weeks to the waiting list.