The relationship between preoperative anemia and length of hospital stay among patients undergoing orthopedic surgery at a teaching hospital in Ethiopia: a retrospective cohort study.

Introduction: Preoperative anemia in orthopedic surgery is linked to adverse outcomes such as longer hospital stays, higher rates of blood transfusion, and increased risk of death. Effectively addressing and managing this condition is essential for improving patient outcomes and shortening the length of hospital stays. In Ethiopia and other low-income countries, studies on preoperative anemia and its impact on the length of hospital stay following orthopedic surgery are limited.

Maternal Satisfaction and Associated Factors with Postcesarean Section Pain Management: A Cross-Sectional Study.

Background: Maternal satisfaction with pain management after cesarean delivery serves as an indicator of the quality of care. Assessing the level of satisfaction with postcesarean delivery pain management is paramount for both the mother and the healthcare institution. This study aimed to assess maternal satisfaction with postcesarean section pain management and associated factors at the Comprehensive Specialized Hospital in Northwest, Ethiopia, in 2023.

Surgical team member's application of personal protective equipment: an observational study.

Background: Personal protective equipment (PPE) is a term used to refer to clothing or equipment that creates a barrier to protect an individual from work-place hazards, thereby protecting the worker against work-related injuries and illnesses. This study was aimed at determining the compliance of application of personal protective equipment against the standards.

Methods: One hundred surgical personnel were included in this study from 21 March 2023 to 23 April 2023.