KAP on Haemostasis and Usage of Styptics Among Dental Students

Abstract

Control of bleeding is one of the most common problems faced during a clinical procedure in both minor and major surgery. Haemostasis is a paramount importance during clinical procedures and usage of hemostatic agents are now being commonly used in uncontrolled or excessive bleeding. These agents act to halt bleeding by means of either mechanically or coagulation action. The purpose of this study was to assess the knowledge, awareness and practices on haemostasis and usage of styptics among dental students. A survey was conducted amongst the undergraduate students in a University hospital. A total of 100 responses were obtained from the students. Results were analysed and compared using the SPSS Statistical Software by doing both the frequency tests and correlation tests. This study showed that 46 % of the participants found hemorrhage was very common throughout their clinical practices. Based on their knowledge, 33% of the students agreed that vasoconstriction is the main action of styptics and 71% participants were familiar with haemostatic agents. In regard to their clinical practice, 29% of the participants agreed that it is necessary to use haemostatic agents to arrest bleeding. Overall, 80 % of the participants agreed that more knowledge about haemorrhage and its effective management is necessary in the future.