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Hammer, S; Lang-Illievich, K; Heuschneider, L; Bader, M; Bornemann-Cimenti, H.
Strategies for Achieving Sustainable Anesthesia: Insights from Austrian Experts-A Qualitative Interview Study
SUSTAINABILITY-BASEL. 2024; 16(11): 4529 Doi: 10.3390/su16114529
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Führende Autor*innen der Med Uni Graz: Bornemann-Cimenti Helmar; Hammer Sascha
Co-Autor*innen der Med Uni Graz: Bader Mathias; Heuschneider Lioba; Lang-Illievich Kordula
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Abstract:: The implementation of low-carbon healthcare practices will be significantly enhanced by the role of anesthesia personnel. While there is a lack of data on the specific measures being implemented by anesthesia departments in Austria, we conducted interviews with six experts in sustainability within anesthesia to address this knowledge gap. These experts provided insights on strategies for reducing the CO2 impact in the operating theatre, the level of interest among anesthetists in sustainability, the role of green teams in hospitals, and future prospects for sustainable anesthesia. While Austria has made progress in reducing the use of Desfluran, waste separation within operating theatres remains a significant issue. Green teams are present in hospitals, but there is a need for the greater inclusion of anesthetists and clinical staff. The topic of sustainability is becoming increasingly important in the field of anesthesia, and the past three years have witnessed a significant push towards reducing CO2 emissions in hospitals across Austria. The experts identified key steps towards achieving sustainable anesthesia, emphasizing the need for an internal motivation to drive meaningful change. This study highlights the numerous measures that have already been implemented in the pursuit of sustainability in anesthesia and the ongoing efforts towards further improvement.
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