Integrated HTA-FMEA/FMECA methodology for the evaluation of robotic system in urology and general surgery.

Journal: Technology and health care : official journal of the European Society for Engineering and Medicine
Published Date: Nov 14, 2016

Abstract

OBJECTIVES: The following study proposes and tests an integrated methodology involving Health Technology Assessment (HTA) and Failure Modes, Effects and Criticality Analysis (FMECA) for the assessment of specific aspects related to robotic surgery involving safety, process and technology.

Authors

  • Francesco Frosini
    Department of Information Engineering, School of Engineering, University of Florence, Florence, Italy.
  • Roberto Miniati
    Department of Information Engineering, School of Engineering, University of Florence, Florence, Italy.
  • Saverio Grillone
    Department of Information Engineering, School of Engineering, University of Florence, Florence, Italy.
  • Fabrizio Dori
    Department of Information Engineering, School of Engineering, University of Florence, Florence, Italy.
  • Guido Biffi Gentili
    Department of Information Engineering, School of Engineering, University of Florence, Florence, Italy.
  • Andrea Belardinelli
    Innovation and Planning Area, Head Management, Florence Teaching Hospital AOU-Careggi, Florence, Italy.

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