S1339
Interdisciplinary - Education in radiation oncology
ESTRO 206
Keywords: Burnout Survey Spain
attendings (p < 0.05), whereas DP did not differ. Female gender was associated with higher EE (p = 0.04), suggesting the potential influence of gender- related work stressors. Burnout correlated with perceived work overload, limited time per patient, and lack of institutional recognition. Protective factors included physical exercise, peer support, and having stable partner (p < 0.05).
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Impact of complementary educational tools on patient knowledge in pelvic radiotherapy: a prospective interventional study Rym zanzouri 1 , Asma Falfoul 2 , Dalia Yazid 1 , Amal Chamsi 1 , Haifa Haj Abdallah 1 , Sarra Sghaier 1 , Ons Bettaieb 1 , Sabrine Tbessi 1 , Samia Kanoun 1 , Nadia Bouzid 1 , Sameh Tebra 1 1 Radiation Oncology, Farhat Hached Hospital, Sousse, Tunisia. 2 Medical Oncology, Fattouma Bourguiba Hospital, Monastir, Tunisia Purpose/Objective: Patient understanding of preparation and hygiene measures is crucial to ensure reproducibility and reduce toxicity during pelvic radiotherapy. However, baseline knowledge is often insufficient. This study aimed to assess the effect of an educational intervention, combining printed and digital tools with personalized instruction, on patients’ understanding of preparation protocols and preventive measures against treatment-related side effects. Material/Methods: A prospective interventional study was conducted at the Department of Radiation Oncology, Farhat Hached University Hospital (Sousse, Tunisia) between February and March 2025. Thirty patients receiving pelvic radiotherapy completed a pre-intervention quiz evaluating their knowledge of dietary rules, bladder filling, bowel emptying, hygiene, and side-effect prevention.They then participated in an educational session supported by two complementary tools:1.An illustrated brochure summarizing key preparation steps.2.A dedicated educational website providing interactive content and frequently asked questions.After the intervention, the same quiz was re- administered to assess knowledge impro-vement. Paired statistical analyses (Student/Wilcoxon) were applied with a significance threshold of p < 0.05. Results: A total of 30 patients were included in the study. Before the intervention, overall knowledge was limited. Only 40 % of patients correctly identified appropriate dietary measures, 35 % understood bladder filling requirements, and 30 % answered correctly regarding rectal emptying. Awareness of potential side effects was 45 %, while correct responses about hygiene and prevention ranged from 30 % to 50 %.Following the educational intervention, a marked and statistically significant improvement was observed across all domains. Correct responses increased from 40 % → 90 % for diet, 35 % → 85 % for bladder filling, and 30 % → 80 % for rectal emptying (p
Conclusion: Over half of Spanish radiation oncology professionals respondents exhibit symptoms of burnout, aligning with international data. The higher vulnerability among residents and women underscores the need for targeted preventive strategies. Beyond the statistics, these results capture the emotional toll of a profession built on compassion and precision. Recognizing and addressing burnout is not merely an ethical obligation but an opportunity to safeguard the integrity and sustainability of the radiation oncology profession. References: 1. Grant L, et al. Burnout and engagement among radiation oncology professionals: Results of the 2021 ASTRO Well-being Survey. Int J Radiat Oncol Biol Phys. 2021;111(3):573–582.2. Lehrl S, et al. Psychological distress and burnout among European radiation oncologists: Findings from the ESTRO HERO study. Radiother Oncol. 2023;182:109517.3. Shanafelt TD, et al. Trends in burnout among U.S. oncologists: A national survey of 2020. J Clin Oncol. 2020;38(28):3264–3274.
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