Key result
Private hospital anesthetists show ~12% higher hygiene knowledge scores than government peers.
Why the study?
Infection susceptibility during anesthesia and surgical procedures remains a major cause of morbidity and mortality, emphasizing the need to evaluate anesthesiologists' hygienic practices in teaching hospitals in Sindh, Pakistan.
Population
65 consultant anesthetists in teaching hospitals in Sindh, Pakistan
Design
Cross-sectional survey using a self-administered questionnaire
Authors
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Survey of experienced anesthetists underscores private-sector focus; leaves open whether practices meet global infection-control standards.
Cross-Sectional (n=65)
Yes
Absolute Event Rate: 15.67% vs 13.95%
p-value: p=0.027
A survey of consultant anesthetists in Sindh, Pakistan, evaluated their hygienic practices and infection control knowledge to align with global standards.
Kumar et al. (2023) conducted a cross-sectional in Hygienic practices among consultant anesthetists (n=65). Employment in private institutions vs. Employment in government institutions was evaluated on Mean knowledge scores about hygienic practices (p=0.027). Consultant anesthetists operating in private institutions demonstrated significantly higher mean knowledge scores about hygienic practices compared to those in government settings (15.67 vs 13.95, p=0.027).
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