When surgeons listen to their preferred music, their stitches are better and faster

http://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2015-07/uotm-wsl073015.php

Public Release: 30-Jul-2015
When surgeons listen to their preferred music, their stitches are better and faster
University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston

A new study from The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston shows that when plastic surgeons listen to music they prefer, their surgical technique and efficiency when closing incisions is improved. The study is currently available in the Aesthetic Surgery Journal.

From classical to rock, music can be heard in operating rooms across the world. Although previous studies have shown that listening to music during operations can lower the stress levels of surgeons, there is limited information on the effects of music on technical performance while completing a surgical task, such as closing incisions. Stitching prowess and speed is especially important for plastic surgeons.

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