Challenges and opportunities in neonatal sepsis management: insights from a survey among clinicians in 25 Sub-Saharan African countries.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Neonatal sepsis (NS) is a global health issue, particularly in Sub-Saharan Africa, where it accounts for a substantial portion of neonatal morbimortality. This multicountry survey aimed to elucidate current practices, challenges and case definitions in managing NS among clinicians in Sub-Saharan Africa.

Methods

The survey targeted physicians and medical practitioners working in neonatal care who participated in a Self-Administered Web Questionnaire. The main objective was to understand NS and infection case definitions and management from the clinician's point of view and to identify challenges and opportunities in sepsis management. Participants were queried on demographics, definitions and diagnostic criteria, treatment approaches, and infection prevention and c

SUBMITTER: Rosa-Mangeret F 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11184178 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature