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The working environment and the hygienic requirements are critical aspects when planning for the operating theatre and connecting areas. A surgical operation is a team effort supported by communication between the team members.

Noisy equipment and high staffing gives a straining sound environment that may cause reduction in vital concentration. Patients may feel worried by sharp sounds and noise in this exposed situation.  

The materials used in operating theatres are hard surfaces that are easy to clean. This makes the sound environment a challenge, but is best cared for with specially developed acoustic systems solutions that combine cleanability with high sound absorption.      

Room acoustics  

Reduce stress

Surgeons and assistants perform better and patients are less stressed in a tranquil environment. The amount of absorbing material is key to sound reduction and the ceiling is most fit for absorption.  

Optimise communication

To avoid medical errors, good speech clarity should be a priority. It is therefore recommended to apply sound absorbing wall panels in addition to the absorbing ceiling.