The University of Manchester ’s Trauma Audit & Research Network has been collecting data since 1989 on outcomes after traumatic injuries, using anonymous results to help hospitals improve their A&E care and see how they compare to their peers. For the first time, this data has been made available to the public – and the results show that Addenbrooke’s is doing very well.
The research compares the number of patients who survived after trauma compared with the number who were expected to survive. In 2005-2006, Addenbrooke’s had 2.5 more survivors out of every 100 trauma patients than were expected.
In addition, the time taken to arrange a scan for head injury patients is better than the national average, and chest injury patients are more likely to be seen by senior medical staff.
“We see about 230 people in A&E every day: it’s the most common way people come into contact with the hospital,” says Dr Chris Maimaris, Consultant in Emergency Medicine at Addenbrooke’s. “We know that this area has more road traffic accidents than average, so our Emergency Department provides a senior trauma team round the clock to respond immediately when patients arrive. Addenbrooke’s is the base for the regional neurosurgical team, which means we’re equipped to deal with patients with head injuries. We also collaborate closely with Magpas to ensure optimal care from roadside to hospital. Overall, we are delighted that these figures show we are providing an excellent service.”
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