The Carbon-Neutral Operating Theatre
摘要
Carbon emissions are responsible for global warming. Countries around the world are trying to reduce carbon emission.
PurposeThis article throws light on carbon neutrality and the need of reducing carbon emissions.
MethodsOperating theatre environment is a site of carbon emissions. Identifying sources and ways to reducing carbon emission by surgeons is a start to achieve a greener surgical environment.
ResultsThe article discusses the aforementioned and the need to achieve better carbon profile of surgical setups without compromising patient safety.
ConclusionGlobal warming is at the forefront of most industries today. The medical field is one such industry which needs to look into the carbon emissions on a day-to-day basis. Reducing sources of carbon emissions will make operating theatres more eco-friendly.