Päiväkirurginen
Päiväkirurginen is a Finnish term that translates to "day surgery" or "outpatient surgery." It refers to surgical procedures that do not require an overnight hospital stay. Patients undergoing day surgery arrive at the hospital or surgical center on the day of the procedure, have their surgery performed, and are then discharged home the same day. This model of care is suitable for a wide range of elective surgeries, including minor procedures and some more complex operations, provided that the patient's recovery can be safely managed at home.
The benefits of day surgery include reduced healthcare costs, decreased risk of hospital-acquired infections, and greater