Abstract Details

Title Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices towards Brain Death and Organ Donation among Physicians in the Philippines

Topic General Neurology

Presentation(s) P6 - Poster Session 6 (11:45 AM-12:45 PM)

Poster/Presentation
Number 2-003

Objective

This study aims to evaluate and identify any significant variations in physicians' knowledge, attitudes, and practices regarding brain death and organ donation.

Background Brain death occurs in patients who suffer from severe brain injuries, leading to coma, loss of brainstem reflexes, and apnea. Research indicates that misdiagnosis of brain death often arises from insufficient adherence to established guidelines.

Design/Methods

This cross-sectional study was conducted among physicians using random sampling. The questionnaire was validated prior to distribution. After obtaining informed consent, participants completed the questionnaire. Data analysis involved the use of frequency and distribution tables, as well as analysis of variance and multivariate analysis of variance.

Results A total of 113 participants were involved in the study. While years of experience and position influenced knowledge, field of specialization did not show a significant effect. Overall, attitudes remained consistent across different levels of experience and positions. The data revealed a notable lack of training and institutional resources. Although there were some differences in practices, they were not statistically significant.

Conclusions Significant differences in knowledge were observed based on years of practice. However, no significant differences were found in attitudes and practices, despite variations in responses. Regular seminars and workshops are crucial for staying updated with the latest guidelines. Additionally, it is important to ensure that local guidelines are readily accessible to the broader medical community.

Authors/Disclosures
Maria Kim Hernandez, MD PRESENTER	Dr. Hernandez has nothing to disclose.
Deborah A. Bernardo, MD	Dr. Bernardo has received personal compensation in the range of $500-$4,999 for serving as a Medical Specialist with East Avenue Medical Center .
CRISTINA M. CRUZ-URBI, MD	Dr. CRUZ-URBI has nothing to disclose.
Marian Irene C. Escasura, MD	Dr. Escasura has nothing to disclose.

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