| Issue |
BIO Web Conf.
Volume 140, 2024
International Scientific and Practical Conference “Sustainable Development of the Environment and Agricultural Sector: Innovative and Ecological Technologies” (SDEA2024)
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| Article Number | 05006 | |
| Number of page(s) | 5 | |
| Section | Sustainable Development of Modern Society in Solving Global Challenges of Green Technologies | |
| DOI | https://doi.org/10.1051/bioconf/202414005006 | |
| Published online | 15 November 2024 | |
The environmental impact of health care: Environmental Sustainability in Orthopaedic Surgery
1 Kadyrov Chechen State University, Grozny, Russia
2 Omsk State Medical University, Omsk, Russia
3 Astana Medical University, Astana, Kazakhstan
* Corresponding author: gistologiya58@mail.ru
Orthopaedic surgery, while crucial for improving patients' quality of life, can also have a significant environmental impact. This paper explores the concept of environmental sustainability in orthopaedic surgery, focusing on the environmental footprint of materials, energy usage, waste generation, and overall practices within orthopaedic operating rooms and clinics. It examines various strategies for promoting sustainability in orthopaedic surgery, including material selection for implants, reducing carbon emissions, conducting life cycle assessments, implementing eco-friendly practices in operating rooms, and advocating for green initiatives within the orthopaedic community. By addressing these environmental concerns, orthopaedic surgery can contribute to broader efforts towards environmental sustainability in healthcare while continuing to provide high-quality patient care.
© The Authors, published by EDP Sciences, 2024
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