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Environmental sustainability in gynecologic oncology.
Allison L Swiecki-Sikora1, Mariel V Becker2, Laura M Harbin1
1Division of Gynecologic Oncology, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Kentucky, 800 Rose Street, Lexington, KY 40536, United States.
Gynecologic Oncology Reports
|September 23, 2024
Summary
Gynecologic oncology care significantly contributes to carbon emissions. Implementing individual and institutional strategies can mitigate environmental impact, improving patient and community well-being.
Area of Science:
- Environmental Science
- Oncology
- Public Health
Background:
- Healthcare, particularly in the US, is a major contributor to carbon emissions.
- Climate change poses significant risks to human health.
- Gynecologic oncology care encompasses various high-impact services.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the environmental impact of gynecologic oncology care.
- To identify strategies for mitigating this impact.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of environmental impacts in surgery, anesthesia, radiology, chemotherapy, and radiation oncology.
- Analysis of operating room energy and material use, including robotic surgery.
- Examination of anesthetic gas contributions to greenhouse gas emissions.
Main Results:
- Robotic surgery, anesthetic gases, radiologic imaging, chemotherapy, and radiation oncology all have environmental footprints.
- Individual actions like waste reduction and optimized treatment protocols are crucial.
- Institutional changes such as energy efficiency and renewable energy adoption are vital.
Conclusions:
- Both individual and institutional efforts are necessary to reduce the carbon footprint of gynecologic oncology.
- Advocacy for sustainable practices and policies is essential.
- Reducing emissions in healthcare benefits both patient and planetary health.
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