Melaku Bantie Fetene

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• Research Article   
  Adherence of Ethiopian Anesthetists towards the Recommended Practices of Perioperative Anesthesia Care for Geriatric Patients: National Survey
  Author(s): Molla Amsalu Tadesse73566*, Desta Oli Waktasu73560, Agmuas Asichale Almaw73561, Fetene Seyoum Kebede73562, Mengesha Dessie Allene73563, Emebet Seyuoum Wondmu73564 and Melaku Bantie Fetene73565
  
  Background: The number of elderly requiring surgery is increasing due to the aging of the population worldwide, including Ethiopia. These patients are at increased risk of adverse perioperative events. Guidelines have been developed to reduce the incidence of adverse perioperative events in geriatric patients. To determine the level of adherence of Ethiopian anesthetist towards the recommended practices for perioperative anesthesia care in elderly patients in 2024. Methods: An online national survey was conducted from March 10, 2024 to May 24, 2024. Results: 440 anesthetists completed the survey, resulting in a response rate of 23%. Most study participants (95.5%) had provided perioperative care to geriatric patients in the last 12 months. Approximately 40.4% of the respondents .. Read More»
  DOI: 10.31858/0975-8453.15.6.205-209

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