Sepsis knowledge survey across seven sub-Saharan African countries
African Survey on Sepsis Knowledge (ASK)
This anonymous online survey asks healthcare workers in seven sub-Saharan African countries questions to see how much they know about sepsis.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 300 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Charite University, Berlin, Germany Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Kumasi) |
| Trial ID | NCT07351344 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
The survey targets doctors, nurses, midwives and trainees working in partner institutions in Uganda, Ethiopia, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Mozambique, Ghana, Sierra Leone, and Nigeria. It is conducted by the STAIRS network and will be run in two cross-sectional waves, with the baseline and a follow-up 12–24 months later to compare sepsis knowledge scores. Findings will be used to identify knowledge gaps and to shape webinars and an online learning platform for clinical capacity building. Participation is voluntary, anonymous, and requires internet access and sufficient English or French language skills.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Adult healthcare professionals or trainees employed in a healthcare facility in Uganda, Ethiopia, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Mozambique, Ghana, Sierra Leone, or Nigeria who can complete the online survey in English or French are ideal participants.
Not a fit: People not employed in healthcare, healthcare workers outside the seven participating countries, those without internet or adequate language skills, or respondents who leave most questions unanswered are unlikely to benefit.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, the project could pinpoint sepsis knowledge gaps and guide training that improves early recognition and treatment of sepsis.
How similar studies have performed: Similar clinician knowledge surveys and linked educational programs in other regions have improved sepsis awareness and practice, though large multi-country efforts in sub-Saharan Africa are relatively uncommon.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Occupation: adult members of a healthcare profession (e.g., doctors, nurses, midwifes) or their trainees * Place of work: employment in a healthcare facility in one of the seven partner countries (Uganda, Ethiopia, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Mozambique, Ghana, Sierra Leone, Nigeria). * Consent: Willingness to participate voluntarily in the anonymous online survey. Exclusion Criteria: * Not employed in a healthcare profession (e.g., administrative staff, non-medical professionals) * Not employed in one of the participating countries. Incomplete questionnaires (\< 50% of questions answered) * No internet access or technical limitations that make participation impossible. To complete the survey online. * Language skills: Sufficient language skills in the survey language (English or French)
Where this trial is running
Kumasi
- The Komfo Anokye teaching hospital — Kumasi, Ghana (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Claudia Spies, MD, Prof.
- Email: claudia.spies@charite.de
- Phone: +49 30 450 55 11 02
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.