Obstetrical transfusion medicine knowledge among faculty and trainee obstetricians: a prospective knowledge
S Morris1, M H Yudin2, J Callum3,4
1Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Health Sciences North, Sudbury, Canada.
Transfusion Medicine (Oxford, England)
|September 27, 2016
Summary
Obstetricians show a knowledge gap in transfusion medicine, particularly with non-red blood cell products and alloantibody management. Most desire further training to improve patient care.
Area of Science:
- Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Hematology
- Transfusion Medicine
Background:
- Transfusion-related complications are frequent in obstetric patients.
- Effective management requires specialized knowledge in transfusion medicine.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the current level of transfusion medicine knowledge among obstetricians.
- To identify specific areas needing educational improvement.
Main Methods:
- Expert-defined knowledge topics using a modified Delphi method.
- Development and validation of a 15-question multiple-choice assessment tool.
- Electronic administration to members of the Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada (SOGC).
Main Results:
- 192 SOGC members completed the assessment; average score was 65.8%.
- Faculty (68.9%) scored higher than trainees (60.6%).
- Lower scores were observed in non-red blood cell transfusion, alloantibody, and fetomaternal hemorrhage management.
Conclusions:
- Significant need for educational intervention in transfusion medicine for obstetricians.
- Targeted training should focus on non-RBC products, fetomaternal hemorrhage, and alloantibody management.
- A strong desire for additional transfusion medicine training was reported by 93.8% of respondents.
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