What is the minimum number of total surgical resection cases to be evaluated during an internal audit?

The minimum number of total surgical resection cases to be evaluated during an internal audit is established as 20 cases. This threshold is set to ensure that the audit process captures a sufficiently comprehensive and representative sample of surgical outcomes and practices.

Evaluating 20 cases allows for a robust analysis of trends, patterns, and potential areas for improvement in surgical procedures. A smaller sample size may not adequately reflect the variability and complexity of surgical cases, which can lead to inconclusive or biased results. By setting the minimum at 20, it encourages thoroughness in the review process and promotes the identification of opportunities for enhancing patient care, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and aligning with best practices in oncology surgery.

This standard can also support ongoing quality improvement initiatives by providing enough data to inform decisions regarding clinical competencies, surgical techniques, and patient outcomes.