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Med Crit 2025; 39 (1)

Introducing benchmarking in Mexican ICUs: a road to efficiency and quality

González EEA, Sánchez MJR, Pérez CMS, Morel DL

Language: Spanish
References: 28
Page: 41-46
PDF size: 295.97 Kb.


ABSTRACT

The implementation of benchmarking in Intensive Care Units (ICUs) represents a transformative opportunity for optimizing critical care quality and resource utilization in Mexico. Given the growing demand for healthcare resources, benchmarking allows for the systematic measurement and comparison of ICU performance, driving continuous improvement and adherence to evidence-based best practices. This article explores the significance of benchmarking in Mexico, drawing on international experiences and frameworks such as the European Society of Intensive Care Medicine's (ESICM) quality indicators and global initiatives like the LOGIC project. By establishing standardized, quantifiable metrics, benchmarking can identify performance gaps, facilitate knowledge exchange, and guide both public and private healthcare sectors toward improved patient outcomes. Furthermore, it promotes a culture of transparency, accountability, and data-driven decision-making, ensuring ICUs operate at the highest international standards. This approach is critical for enhancing patient safety, securing international accreditations, and fostering a more efficient, equitable, and patient-centered model of care. Ultimately, the adoption of benchmarking in Mexico's ICUs has the potential to align the country's healthcare system with global best practices, enhancing its resilience and improving the prognosis for critically ill patients.


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