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Utilization of general anesthesia by general practitioners in Saskatchewan
Journal (Canadian Dental Association)
|November 1, 1989
Summary
Most Saskatchewan general practitioners have used general anesthesia for dental procedures. Nearly 40% perform at least five cases annually, with practitioner age, graduation year, and community size influencing utilization.
Area of Science:
- Dental Surgery
- Anesthesiology
- General Practice
Background:
- General anesthesia is utilized for complex dental procedures.
- Understanding its use by general practitioners (GPs) is crucial for patient care and training.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the utilization of general anesthesia (GA) by general practitioners in Saskatchewan for dental procedures.
- To identify factors influencing GA use in this population.
Main Methods:
- A survey was distributed to 234 general practitioners in Saskatchewan.
- Response rate was 61.5%, with data collected on GA case frequency, patient types, and training adequacy.
- Statistical analysis identified significant variables influencing GA utilization.
Main Results:
- 61.5% of surveyed GPs reported performing at least one GA case in their career.
- 38.4% of respondents performed five or more GA cases annually.
- Practitioner age, year of graduation, and community population size were significant predictors (p < 0.001) of GA utilization.
Conclusions:
- General anesthesia is utilized by a significant portion of Saskatchewan GPs for dental procedures.
- Factors such as practitioner experience and practice setting influence the frequency of GA use.
- Further research may inform training and resource allocation for GA in general dentistry.