Term: Day Procedure

Glossary Definition

Last Updated: 2012-06-21

Definition:

A "same day" elective surgical procedure where the patient is not admitted to the hospital as an inpatient.

Related terms 

• Inpatient
• Outpatient Surgical Care

References 

• Chartier M, Finlayson G, Prior H, McGowan K, Chen H, de Rocquigny J, Walld R, Gousseau M. Health and Healthcare Utilization of Francophones in Manitoba. Winnipeg, MB: Manitoba Centre for Health Policy, 2012. [Report] [Summary] (View)
• De Coster C, Chateau D, Dahl M, Soodeen RA, McKeen N. Waiting Times for Surgery, Manitoba 1999/2000 to 2003/04. Winnipeg, MB: Manitoba Centre for Health Policy, 2007. [Report] [Summary] (View)