Term: Elective Surgery

Glossary Definition

Last Updated: 2007-09-26

Definition:

Any type of surgical procedure performed that is not "emergent" or life threatening in nature.

Related terms 

• Elective Procedure
• Procedures

References 

• Shapiro E. Manitoba Health Care Studies and their Policy Implications (Report #91-04-01). Winnipeg, MB: Manitoba Centre for Health Policy and Evaluation, 1991. [Report] (View)