Knowledge of surgeons and practical stances of healthcare institutions in the Ile-de-France region toward sustainable development: A cross-sectional study
E.-M. AKINOCHO , M. Ashraf , N. Badirou , H.-J. Philippe
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Abstract
Purpose of the study
Climate change represents one of the gravest threats to health. Surgical activities mobilize a large number of resources which contribute to increased emission of CO2 and anesthetic gases in the environment. The objective of this study was to assess the level of knowledge of surgeons and the practical stances of healthcare establishments toward sustainable development.
Methods
This was a descriptive cross-sectional study, lasting 2 months. From 1 May 2021 to 30 June 2021, surgeons were asked via an online questionnaire to participate.
Results
A total of 131 out of the 457 contacted surgeons responded. A majority practiced in the private sector, 48.9% knew little about the rules of sustainable development in operating theaters, and 43.5% had an average level. The sustainable development charter was available in only 23% of establishments, while 19% had a sustainable development committee, and specific sustainable development actions were carried out in 27%.
Conclusion
The level of knowledge of surgeons in Île-de-France on sustainable development was low. In general, surgical units were not complying with the rules of good practice on CO2 reduction. It is necessary to find strategies to reduce the impact of operating theaters on the environment.
期刊介绍:
The Journal of Visceral Surgery (JVS) is the online-only, English version of the French Journal de Chirurgie Viscérale. The journal focuses on clinical research and continuing education, and publishes original and review articles related to general surgery, as well as press reviews of recently published major international works. High-quality illustrations of surgical techniques, images and videos serve as support for clinical evaluation and practice optimization.
JVS is indexed in the main international databases (including Medline) and is accessible worldwide through ScienceDirect and ClinicalKey.