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Survey to understand approach of using Probiotics by surgeons in Pre- and Post-Surgical Patients in India

Survey Questionnaire Form
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Questionnaire

  1. How often do you encounter surgical patients with gut microbiota imbalances? *

  2. What percentage of your pre- or post-surgical patients develop gut-related complications? *

  3. What is the primary reason for prescribing probiotics in surgical patients? *

  4. In your opinion which type of surgery/ies benefit the most from probiotics? *

  5. Which of the following is the most appropriate description of the influence of gut microbiota modulation on surgical outcomes? *

  6. Do you believe that the use of probiotics should be standard practice in pre-operative and post-surgery care? *

  7. How frequently do you discuss the use of probiotics with patients during pre-surgical counselling? *

  8. Do you collaborate with dietitians or microbiome specialists when planning probiotic therapy for surgical patients? *

  9. How would you rate the importance of using probiotics in improving overall patient recovery after surgery? *

  10. What steps do you follow when evaluating a patient with suspected gut microbiota imbalance who is scheduled for surgery? *
  11. How do you evaluate the effectiveness of probiotics in your patients? (Select all that apply) *

  12. How frequently do you recommend probiotics in your surgical practice? *

  13. What factors influence your decision to prescribe probiotics preoperatively and/or postoperatively. Please elaborate. *
  14. In your opinion, probiotics are most effective when taken *

  15. What duration of pre-operative probiotic administration do you recommend to achieve optimal clinical effectiveness? *

  16. What is your preferred timing for initiating probiotic therapy in post-surgical patients? *

  17. What duration of post-operative probiotic administration do you recommend to achieve optimal clinical effectiveness? *

  18. Which probiotic formulation do you believe is the most effective for surgical patients? *

  19. Which specific probiotic strains do you typically prefer or prescribe for surgical patients? (Select all that apply) *

  20. Which according to you is true regarding the effectiveness of probiotics? *

  21. While prescribing probiotics to surgical patients, do you consider the colony-forming unit (CFU) count as a factor influencing clinical efficacy?*

  22. How do you determine the probiotic strain, dosage, and dosing frequency in pre- and post-surgery patients? *
  23. Which dosage form of probiotic supplement do you typically prefer for pre- and post-surgery patients? (Select all that apply) *

  24. What are the primary factors that influence the selection of probiotic supplement form for pre- and post-surgery patients? (Select all that apply) *

  25. In your practice which clinical benefits of probiotic administration have you observed in patients undergoing surgeries? *
  26. In your clinical practice, are there any differences observed in post-surgical infection rates between patients who received probiotics and those who did not? *

  27. According to you, to what extent do probiotics help in reducing post-surgical complications such as infections and gastrointestinal issues? *

  28. In your opinion, which specific patient populations (e.g., high-risk patients or patients with comorbidities) undergoing surgery would benefit the most from probiotic supplementation? Please elaborate. *
  29. In your experience, are there any particular patient conditions or situations where you would consider avoiding the use of probiotics? Please elaborate. *
  30. In your opinion, what are the most critical aspects to consider when using probiotics in immunocompromised or high-risk surgical patients? *
  31. To what extent do you think probiotics help in reducing the need for antibiotic usage in post-surgery patients? *

  32. Based on your clinical experience, do you believe probiotic use can contribute to a reduction in postoperative hospital stay duration? *

  33. In your clinical practice, how has the use of probiotics in pre- and post-surgical patients influenced patient outcomes, recovery, and overall well-being? *
  34. Do you think the use of probiotics could reduce healthcare costs related to postoperative complications? *

  35. In your clinical practice, have you encountered any significant drug interactions between probiotics and concurrently administered medications? *

  36. Please detail out any adverse events, risks, or post-operative complications observed in surgical patients receiving probiotics. *
  37. What challenges do you face in implementing probiotic therapy for pre- and post-surgery patients? *
  38. Are you aware of any specific guidelines related to probiotic use in surgical patients? If yes, please specify. *

  39. In your opinion, what is the most reliable source of knowledge/ updates regarding the use of probiotics in surgical patients? (Select all that apply) *

  40. According to you, what are the key research areas that require further investigation to optimize the clinical application of probiotics in surgical patient care? *