Survey on the Monitoring and Management of Septic Shock in Low- and Middle-Income Countries (LMICs)

Introduction

Dear participant,

Septic shock remains one of the leading causes of death in critical care globally, with disproportionate challenges faced by low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). Resource limitations, variability in access to pharmacologic therapies, monitoring tools, and supportive treatments all influence outcomes and clinical decision-making.
This survey aims to systematically assess current practices, barriers, and expert opinions regarding the management of septic shock in LMICs. Your participation will help us:
Map real-world practices and resource availability
Identify gaps in care and opportunities for targeted interventions
Understand areas of clinical uncertainty and practice variability
Support the development of regionally appropriate expert consensus statements and future guidelines
Who should participate:
This survey is intended for healthcare professionals involved in the care of critically ill patients, including intensivists, anesthesiologists, emergency physicians and internists, particularly those working in LMIC settings.
Estimated time to complete: 10–15 minutes.
Confidentiality: All responses will remain confidential and anonymised. Aggregated results may be used in publications, expert consensus statements, or presentations.
Consent: By proceeding, you consent to the use of your anonymous responses for research and educational purposes related to critical care improvement in resource-limited settings.
We sincerely appreciate your contribution to improving the care of septic shock patients worldwide.
This survey complies with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) of the European Union to ensure the confidentiality and protection of your data. Participation in this survey is voluntary, and no personal identifiable information will be collected. All responses will be used solely for the purposes of this research project.
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