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3. Support groups comprising patients, public, NGO’s and continence advisors
should be encouraged. Formation of local support group should be encouraged to improve the quality of life of our aging population.
Measurable elements of 20.5
1. Public forums and awareness campaigns
2. Support groups
3. Patients awareness and understanding
Evidence of continuous monitoring of above standards and remediable actions taken Std: 100
20.6 RELATIONSHIP WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF OG. Standard
The urogynaecological unit will function within the ambit of the Department of OG.
Intent of 20.6
1. The urogynaecologist will share calls in the Department of OG until such
a time when there are sufficient Advanced OG subspecialists to handle obstetric calls.
2. Similarly all support staff such as medical officers and nurses will form part of
the Department and will be multifunctional when required in the general interests to do so.
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3. The staff of the urogynaecological unit will support the Department of
OG’s effort to be an accredited department according to MSQH standards, ISO standards and to be a Baby Friendly hospital. Towards this end, the staff
will develop guidelines and protocols for use in urogynaecology. 4.
The urogynaecologist will ensure that all formats and forms in use in the Department of OG are uniformly used in the Urogynaecology Unit. Any
new formats or forms developed for use in urogynaecology must be approved the Head of Department.
5. The Head of Department of OG will have the final say in all matters related
to the functioning of the Urogynaecology Unit.
Measurable elements of 20.6
1. Standardization of protocols and policies
2. Meetings with consultants and head of department
Compliance with practice protocols Std: 100
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21.0 GYNAE-ONCOLOGY
Standards INTRODUCTION
21.1 ADMINISTRATION 21.1.1
A trained Gynae-oncologist heads the unit, and is responsible for the day to day functioning of the unit.
21.2 WARD 21.2.1
Patients are admitted to receive inpatient care 21.2.2
A subspecialist or a trainee in Gynae-oncology is responsible for the patient’s care in the wards.
21.2.3 The patient and their families are kept informed
21.2.4 Referral, Discharges and Follow Up
There is a policy guiding the appropriate referral and discharge of patient
21.3 SURGERY 21.3.1
Each patient surgical care is planned and documented based on the results of the assessment.
21.3.2 The risk, benefits and alternative options are discussed with
the patient and his or her families or those who make decisions for the patients.
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21.3.3 The surgery performed is documented in the case notes.
21.3.4 Patient care after surgery is planned and documented.
21.4 CHEMOTHERAPY SERVICES 21.4.1
Chemotherapy services are available to meet patient’s needs, and all such services meet applicable local and national
standards, laws, regulations and professional standards. 21.4.2
A qualified Gynae-oncologist is responsible for managing the chemotherapy services.
21.4.3 Department protocols guides the care of patients undergoing
chemotherapy. 21.4.4
A qualified individual conducts a pre-chemo assessment. 21.4.5
Each patient’s chemotherapy is planned and documented 21.4.6
Each patients post chemotherapy status is monitored and documented and the patient is discharged by a qualified
individual or by using established criteria. 21.5 DAY-CARE CHEMOTHERAPY
This service is available for a few selected, safe chemotherapy drugs. 21.6 RADIOTHERAPY
Patients in need of radiotherapy are referred to the radiotherapist.
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