Preparedness and Knowledge Level of Family Physicians Regarding Anaphylaxis Diagnosis and Management

Authors : Mahir SERBES, Sanem NEMMEZİ KARACA

Pages : 66-73

Doi:10.53424/balikesirsbd.1244214

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Publication Date : 2023-03-15

Article Type : Research Paper

Abstract :Objective: Anaphylaxis is under-recognized and undertreated by physicians, indicating critical knowledge gaps. This study aimed to assess the knowledge levels of anaphylaxis among family physicians insert ignore into journalissuearticles values(FPs); as they are the primary first-line healthcare providers and identify the factors influencing their knowledge levels. Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional study using an internet-based Google Forms questionnaire was conducted among voluntary FPs in Sivas, Turkey. Demographic features, including age, years in practice, and career position, and knowledge related to the diagnosis and management of anaphylaxis in children were assessed. Results: A total of 140 FPs participated in the survey insert ignore into journalissuearticles values(34 [24.3%] general practitioners [GPs], 20 [14.3%] contracted family physicians [CFPs], 74 [52.9%] residents in training [RITs], and 12 [8.6%] specialists);. The number of participants who correctly answered all questions regarding diagnosis, acute treatment, and epinephrine auto-injector use was 11 insert ignore into journalissuearticles values(7.9%);, 52 insert ignore into journalissuearticles values(37.4%);, and 27 insert ignore into journalissuearticles values(19.3%);, respectively. In diagnosing anaphylaxis, 100 insert ignore into journalissuearticles values(72.5%); participants were unaware that anaphylaxis can occur without skin manifestations, and only 48 insert ignore into journalissuearticles values(34.8%); identified gastrointestinal symptoms as a possible anaphylaxis presentation. RITs insert ignore into journalissuearticles values(11, 14.9%); and specialists insert ignore into journalissuearticles values(2, 16.7%); had better performance on the questionnaire, with higher proportions of participants who answered all questions correctly, compared to GPs insert ignore into journalissuearticles values(2, 5.9%); and CFPs insert ignore into journalissuearticles values(1, 5.0%);. Attendance at an educational activity in the last year was the only independent factor associated with answering all questionnaire items correctly. Conclusion: There is a need to improve anaphylaxis recognition and management among all FPs regardless of their career position and work experience, underlining the importance of regular and updated educational interventions
Keywords : aile hekimleri, anafilaksi, bilgi düzeyi, tanı, tedavi